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Opioid Prescription Verification: Safer Medication Dispensing

New regulations aim to enhance safety in dispensing medications, especially opioids. Pharmacists will receive training on how to verify patient identity, which is intended to prevent misuse. Additionally, states that implement electronic prescriptions and drug monitoring programs may receive preferential financial support, facilitating the tracking of controlled substances.
Key points
Pharmacists will be trained to verify patient identity before dispensing medications, increasing safety.
States implementing electronic prescriptions for certain drugs and monitoring systems may receive additional funding.
Increased control over medication dispensing aims to combat the misuse of controlled substances.
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VOTING RESULTS
2021-12-09
96%
For 410
Against 15
Abstain 0
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Expired
Citizen Poll
No votes cast
Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_2355
Sponsor: Rep. Davis, Rodney [R-IL-13]
Process start date: 2021-04-05
Voting date: 2021-12-09
Meeting no: 1
Voting no: 422
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Opioid Prescription Verification Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_2355.

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 2021-04-05.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Pharmacists will be trained to verify patient identity before dispensing medications, increasing safety.
  • States implementing electronic prescriptions for certain drugs and monitoring systems may receive additional funding.
  • Increased control over medication dispensing aims to combat the misuse of controlled substances.
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

Where is the official voting record?

The official roll call vote is recorded at: voting record

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Davis, Rodney [R-IL-13].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 410 - 15 (Roll no. 422). (consideration: CR H7540-7541)

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-27.

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Health