HR. 5999Reported
To amend title 38, United States Code, to direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to furnish an opioid antagonist to a veteran without requiring a prescription or copayment.
Directs the Department of Veterans Affairs to give veterans an opioid antagonist without a prescription or copayment
Plain-English overview
What this bill does
Directs the Department of Veterans Affairs to give veterans an opioid antagonist without a prescription or copayment
Key points
- Amend title 38
- Prohibit prescription requirement
- Prohibit copayment requirement
- Direct VA opioid antagonist access
Current status
Where it stands
Status
Reported
Latest action
2026-05-14 — Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by Voice Vote.
Related context
Topics and policy areas
undefinedArmed Forces and National SecurityDrug therapyDrug, alcohol, tobacco useHealth care coverage and accessVeterans' medical care