House Votes to Combat Opioid Abuse

Statement

Congressman Tom Cole (OK-04) released the following statement after the U.S. House of Representatives passed 18 bills this week to address opioid abuse and addiction. The legislation specifically aims to improve recovery resources and strengthen oversight of recovery programs funded by the government. At the conclusion of votes in the House this week, the bills were combined into one legislative package and directed for conference passage in the Senate.

"There is a rampant health crisis that is destroying families and communities across our nation," said Cole. "Opioid addiction and drug overdose has turned into a shocking epidemic that impacts people from all walks of life. We cannot stand idly by. In response, I am pleased to report that the House acted in a strong bipartisan manner and passed several measures that seek to end the crisis, protect future generations and ensure that those suffering get the help they need to recover before it's too late."

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