S 1723
Budgeting for Opioid Addiction Treatment Act
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Bill overview
The Budgeting for Opioid Addiction Treatment Act aims to combat the opioid crisis by imposing a tax on the sale of active opioids manufactured, produced, or imported. This tax, set at one cent per milligram, generates revenue that will be used to fund block grants for substance abuse treatment programs. The bill also establishes a rebate or discount program for eligible patients, particularly those with cancer or in hospice care, to mitigate the financial impact of the tax and provides for increased funding for opioid treatment programs and related services.
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Primary sponsor
Joe, III Manchin
Cosponsors
Angus S., Jr. King
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