LABEL Opioids Act of 2021
USA117th CongressS-2353| Senate
| Updated: 7/15/2021
Edward J. Markey
Democratic Senator
Massachusetts
Cosponsors (2)
Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Committee
- Introduced
- In Committee
- On Floor
- Passed Chamber
- Enacted
Lessening Addiction By Enhancing Labeling Opioids Act of 2021 or the LABEL Opioids Act of 2021 This bill requires prescription opioids to contain a warning label specifying that the opioids may cause dependence, addiction, and overdose. A registrant (e.g., a pharmacist) who dispenses an opioid in violation of the labeling requirement is subject to penalties.
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HR 117-1026Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.
Introduced in Senate
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
Crime and Law Enforcement
LABEL Opioids Act of 2021
USA117th CongressS-2353| Senate
| Updated: 7/15/2021
Lessening Addiction By Enhancing Labeling Opioids Act of 2021 or the LABEL Opioids Act of 2021 This bill requires prescription opioids to contain a warning label specifying that the opioids may cause dependence, addiction, and overdose. A registrant (e.g., a pharmacist) who dispenses an opioid in violation of the labeling requirement is subject to penalties.
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Timeline
Latest Companion Bill Action
HR 117-1026Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.
Introduced in Senate
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
Edward J. Markey
Democratic Senator
Massachusetts