Bill116th CongressFiled May 14, 2019Crime and Law Enforcement
S. 1449
LABEL Opioids Act
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What it doesSummary introduced in senate (May 14, 2019)
Lessening Addiction By Enhancing Labeling Opioids Act of 2019 or the LABEL Opioids Act
This bill requires prescription opioids to contain a warning label specifying that the opioids may cause dependence, addiction, and overdose.
What just happenedMay 14, 2019
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
Who’s behind it
Sen. Markey, Edward J. [D-MA](D-MA)Sponsor
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- Introduced in SenateMay 14, 2019
- May 14, 2019IntroReferral
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Committee - May 14, 2019IntroReferral10000
Introduced in Senate