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Overdose Review Teams: New Funding for States and Localities

This act provides funding to states, local governments, and Indian Tribes to establish or expand teams that review fatal and non-fatal drug overdoses. The goal is to better understand the causes of overdoses, identify trends, and develop more effective prevention strategies, directly impacting public safety and health within communities.
Key points
New funding of $50 million for 2023-2027 to combat drug overdoses.
Creation of expert teams to investigate overdose cases, aiming to better understand the problem and prevent future tragedies.
Teams will include representatives from healthcare, law enforcement, social services, and individuals with lived experience, ensuring a comprehensive approach.
Development of recommendations for local and state authorities to improve policies and practices for overdose prevention.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_4091
Sponsor: Sen. Whitehouse, Sheldon [D-RI]
Process start date: 2022-04-27
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Overdose Review Team Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_4091.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-04-27.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • New funding of $50 million for 2023-2027 to combat drug overdoses.
  • Creation of expert teams to investigate overdose cases, aiming to better understand the problem and prevent future tragedies.
  • Teams will include representatives from healthcare, law enforcement, social services, and individuals with lived experience, ensuring a comprehensive approach.
  • Development of recommendations for local and state authorities to improve policies and practices for overdose prevention.
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. Whitehouse, Sheldon [D-RI].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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Health Public Investments Local Government