S. 957 · 117th Congress
Dispose Unused Medications and Prescription Opioids Act
- Stage
- Signed by the president
- Sponsor
- John Kennedy
- Introduced
- 2021-03-24
- Latest action
- 2021-07-29 · Signed by President.
Summary
This bill requires the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to designate periods during which any individual may dispose of controlled substances medications at VA medical facilities with an on-site pharmacy or a physical location dedicated for law enforcement purposes.
The bill also authorizes the VA to carry out public information campaigns regarding the designated disposal periods.