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Safe Opioid Disposal: Grants for Prescription Drug Take-Back Sites

This act aims to make it easier to safely dispose of unwanted prescription medications, especially opioids. It provides grants for establishing and maintaining drug take-back sites and imposes a fee on opioid manufacturers to fund these efforts. Patients receiving cancer treatment or hospice care will not incur costs related to this fee.
Key points
Financial support for creating places where unwanted prescription drugs can be safely returned.
A fee on opioid manufacturers to fund the safe disposal program.
Patients receiving cancer treatment or hospice care are exempt from the opioid disposal fee.
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Print number: 117_HR_5086
Sponsor: Rep. Bonamici, Suzanne [D-OR-1]
Process start date: 2021-08-24
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Safe Disposal of Opioids Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_5086.

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 2021-08-24.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Financial support for creating places where unwanted prescription drugs can be safely returned.
  • A fee on opioid manufacturers to fund the safe disposal program.
  • Patients receiving cancer treatment or hospice care are exempt from the opioid disposal fee.
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. Bonamici, Suzanne [D-OR-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 2025-12-28.

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