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Hospital Support: Better Non-Opioid Pain Management Alternatives

This act reauthorizes a grant program for hospitals and emergency departments to develop and implement alternative methods for pain management, moving away from sole reliance on opioids. This ensures citizens have access to safer and more diverse pain relief options, reducing the risk of opioid addiction. The program will continue until 2026, providing ongoing support for innovative medical solutions.
Key points
Hospitals and emergency departments will receive funding to develop non-opioid pain management methods.
The grant program is extended until 2026, ensuring continued support for safer therapies.
Citizens will gain access to a wider range of pain treatment options, reducing the risk of opioid addiction.
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Print number: 117_S_2538
Sponsor: Sen. Booker, Cory A. [D-NJ]
Process start date: 2021-07-29
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

ALTO Reauthorization Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_2538.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-07-29.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Hospitals and emergency departments will receive funding to develop non-opioid pain management methods.
  • The grant program is extended until 2026, ensuring continued support for safer therapies.
  • Citizens will gain access to a wider range of pain treatment options, reducing the risk of opioid addiction.
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 Sen. Booker, Cory A. [D-NJ].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

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Health