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US HB5999

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

11/10/2025

Primary Sponsor

Herbert Conaway Jr.

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Origin

House of Representatives

119th Congress

AI Summary

  • Secretary of Veterans Affairs must furnish opioid antagonists (such as naloxone) to veterans without requiring a prescription
  • Eliminates copayment requirements for veterans receiving opioid antagonists through the VA
  • Adds new Section 1720M to title 38, United States Code, specifically addressing opioid antagonist provision
  • Amends Section 1722A to remove copayment language for this medication category
  • Introduced November 10, 2025 by Rep. Conaway and Rep. Morrison, referred to House Committee on Veterans' Affairs

Legislative Description

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.

Armed forces and national security

Last Action

Subcommittee Hearings Held

1/13/2026

Committee Referrals

Subcommittee on Health11/17/2025
Veterans' Affairs11/10/2025

Full Bill Text

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