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Improved Training for Doctors on Pain Treatment and Opioid Prescribing

The U.S. Congress expresses its view that training for doctors and other healthcare providers on pain management and safe opioid prescribing needs improvement. This aims to reduce overdose deaths and ensure patients receive more effective and safer care. Citizens can expect their medical professionals to be better equipped to manage pain and prevent the misuse of powerful medications.
Key points
Enhanced education for future doctors on safe opioid prescribing and effective pain management.
Additional training for current medical professionals to update their knowledge on pain treatment.
Improved patient safety by reducing the risk of opioid addiction and overdose.
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Additional Information
Print number: 116_HCONRES_8
Sponsor: Rep. Roe, David P. [R-TN-1]
Process start date: 2019-01-29
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Expressing the sense of Congress on the need to improve and expand training for future physicians on properly treating pain and prescribing opioids, and for other purposes.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 116_HCONRES_8.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2019-01-29.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Enhanced education for future doctors on safe opioid prescribing and effective pain management.
  • Additional training for current medical professionals to update their knowledge on pain treatment.
  • Improved patient safety by reducing the risk of opioid addiction and overdose.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Roe, David P. [R-TN-1].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-01-03.

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Health