H.R. 5545 · 115th Congress · 2017–2018
Comprehensive Addiction Resources Emergency Act of 2018
H.R. 5545 in the 115th Congress (2017–2018) was introduced on Apr 18, 2018, sponsored by Elijah E. Cummings with 81 co-sponsors.
During the 115th Congress (2017–2018), Donald Trump was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Introduced
- Introduced
- Apr 18, 2018
- Co-sponsors
- 81
- Policy area
- Health
What it does
Comprehensive Addiction Resources Emergency Act of 2018 This bill establishes a series of grant programs to assist localities with addressing the opioid epidemic, such as through prevention and treatment services, training centers, and research activities.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Elijah E. Cummings (D-MD). Co-sponsors: 81 Democrats.
Where it stands
- IntroducedApr 18, 2018
- Passed the House—
- Passed the Senate—
- Sent to the President—
- Became law—
Latest action: Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, Homeland Security, and Investigations. (May 22, 2018)
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Committees
- Judiciary Committee
- Natural Resources Committee
- Energy and Commerce Committee
More
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