Department of Defense Overdose Data Act of 2023

3/12/2024, 8:11 AM

Summary of Bill S 1766

Bill 118 s 1766, also known as the Department of Defense Overdose Data Act of 2023, is a piece of legislation that aims to address the issue of drug overdoses within the Department of Defense (DoD). The bill requires the Secretary of Defense to collect and report data on drug overdoses among members of the armed forces.

The bill mandates that the Secretary of Defense establish a system for collecting data on drug overdoses, including information on the type of drug involved, the circumstances surrounding the overdose, and any other relevant details. This data will be used to better understand the prevalence of drug overdoses within the military and to develop strategies for prevention and treatment.

Additionally, the bill requires the Secretary of Defense to submit an annual report to Congress on the data collected, along with any recommendations for addressing the issue of drug overdoses within the military. This report will help to ensure transparency and accountability in the Department of Defense's efforts to combat drug overdoses. Overall, the Department of Defense Overdose Data Act of 2023 is an important piece of legislation that seeks to address the serious issue of drug overdoses within the military. By collecting and reporting data on drug overdoses, the bill aims to improve understanding of the problem and develop effective strategies for prevention and treatment.

Current Status of Bill S 1766

Bill S 1766 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 31, 2023. Bill S 1766 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on May 31, 2023.  Bill S 1766's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services. as of May 31, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 1766

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
20
Democrat Cosponsors
10
Republican Cosponsors
8
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
2

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 1766

Primary Policy Focus

Armed Forces and National Security

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 1766

Department of Defense Overdose Data Act of 2023Department of Defense Overdose Data Act of 2023A bill to require the Secretary of Defense to submit a report on overdoses among members of the Armed Forces.
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