What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is HR 2355.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-04-05.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: https://www.congress.gov/117/bills/hr2355/BILLS-117hr2355rfs.htm

Where is the official voting record?

The official roll call vote is recorded at: https://clerk.house.gov/evs/2021/roll422.xml

Is this summary verified?

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

Who is the primary sponsor?

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

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

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)

Analysis and Potential Impact of HR 2355

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Opioid Prescription Verification: Safer Medication Dispensing

Q: 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.

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

For 410

Against 15

Abstain 0

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Additional Information

Opioid Prescription Verification Act of 2021

Print number: 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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