Padilla Meets With Doctors, Sounds Alarm on Health Care Cuts From Trump’s So-Called One Big Beautiful Bill
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Lieu Review: Standing Up for You
people to help with substance use and overdose prevention, mental health, and housing/food assistance. Check out the resource
Senate Unanimously Passes Padilla and Banks’ Tyler’s Law to Fight Fentanyl Crisis
fentanyl-related substances are the leading cause of overdose deaths in the United States, accounting for over … percent of all overdose fatalities in 2023. By expanding fentanyl testing in emergency rooms, this legislation aims
Padilla, Durbin, Senate Democrats Sound Alarm on Dramatic Increase in Deaths in Immigration Detention
involved suicide attempts or self-harm, such as overdoses or hangings, and six alleged sexual abuse, including
Padilla, Wyden, Colleagues Press Trump Administration Over Chaotic Decisions on Substance Abuse, Mental Health Services
during the ongoing public health emergency related to overdose and amid a nationwide mental health crisis.” “The federal … infrastructure. Community mental health centers, addiction treatment providers, overdose prevention programs, and peer recovery organizations were thrown into
Senate Advances Padilla, Banks Bipartisan Tyler’s Law to Fight Fentanyl Crisis
people, including children, have tragically died from fentanyl overdoses. One of those lives lost was Tyler Shamash … test for fentanyl when treating patients suspected of overdoses. The solution seemed common-sense: ensure doctors and hospitals
NEW LAW: Harder’s Bill to Protect Law Enforcement from Fentanyl Exposure Signed into Law
Release One in five emergency calls are for overdoses, exposing first responders to contamination and infection … spearheads nationwide effort to stop overdose deaths and crack down on trafficking WASHINGTON – Today, Rep. Josh Harder
Rep. Cisneros Unveils Health Care Action Plan
harm reduction to address the opioid and overdose epidemic. Expand behavioral health screenings, increase funding for federal programs
NEWS: Sens. Schiff, Ricketts Lead Substance Use & Misuse Prevention Month Resolution
programs that combat the drug addiction and overdose epidemic in the United States. “Substance use and misuse affect … prevention programs to combat the drug addiction and overdose epidemic in our country.” “Drug overdoses are killing Americans
Padilla, Wyden Lead Colleagues in Slamming RFK Jr. for Purging Staff on Frontlines of Opioid Crisis
blue states — continue to face record overdose deaths and escalating rates of mental health conditions and substance … Prevention, more than 73,000 people died from overdosing from April 2024 to April 2025. In addition
REPS. GRAY and Evans Introduce Bipartisan BILL to Counter Fentanyl Crisis
important step toward reversing the trend of rising overdoses and keeping our communities and families safe.” “The spread … this illicit drug. With 75 percent of teen overdose deaths linked to fentanyl, the time
NEWS: Harder’s Bill to Protect Law Enforcement from Fentanyl Exposure Heads to President Trump’s Desk
five emergency medical service calls are for overdose response First responders are likely to come into contact with … funds a grant training program to expand overdose training for local first responders and law enforcement. The bill
Congresswoman Norma Torres Condemns U.S. Partnerships with Terrorist-Linked Regimes
them they will never get justice for the overdoses, the violent murders, the rapes that these criminals have
Padilla, Sanders, Schumer Lead Push to Reverse Trump Administration’s Attempt to Withhold Immigrants’ Access to Vital Programs and Services
Grant funding; Threaten to reverse progress in combating overdose deaths by delaying or denying lifesaving treatment provided through … seen a decline in opioid overdose deaths. States, communities, and providers have the tools they need to provide
Correa, Bergman PUSH to Amend Military, Veterans Funding BILL, Prepare VA for Administration of Psychedelic Therapies
suffer tragic rates of suicide and opioid overdose deaths after they return home. While the VA has finally
Rep. Jim Costa Votes for Bipartisan Bill to Fight Back Against Fentanyl Epidemic in the Valley
save lives. The vote comes as fentanyl-related overdoses remain the leading cause of death for young adults … fentanyl crisis. In 2023, nearly 70% of all overdose deaths in Fresno County involved fentanyl, making
Rep. Panetta Reintroduces Bipartisan Legislation to Combat Abuse of “Gas Station Heroin” Following FDA Warnings
euphoria, dependence, withdrawal symptoms, and potentially fatal overdoses. Despite this, it remains widely available at gas stations, convenience
Padilla, Smith, Baldwin, Sanders Slam Trump Admin Proposal to Dissolve Mental Health Agency
seen a decline in opioid overdose deaths. As the mental health crisis grows, as new synthetic opioids continue … Response (SOR) grant was created to address the overdose crisis, which is now driven by illicit fentanyl
Democratic Doctors Condemn Mass Layoffs at HHS, FDA, and CDC
undermining efforts to prevent chronic diseases, track opioid overdoses, and address vaccine hesitancy. The Congressional Doctors Caucus
Rep. Ami Bera, Democratic Doctors Condemn Mass Layoffs at HHS, FDA, and CDC
undermining efforts to prevent chronic diseases, track opioid overdoses, and address vaccine hesitancy. The Congressional Doctors Caucus
NEWS: Harder Introduces Bipartisan Bill at Sheriff’s Office to Crack Down on Drug Trafficking
over six months Image More than 10,000 overdose deaths in California between 2023 and 2024 STOCKTON – Today … funding for HIDTA to expand fatal overdose investigation teams and crime gun intelligence centers. The fentanyl epidemic
Padilla, Banks Introduce Bipartisan Tyler’s Law to Fight Fentanyl Crisis
people, including children, have tragically died from fentanyl overdoses, including Tyler Shamash, a Los Angeles teenager whose hospital … directing emergency rooms to screen for fentanyl, ensuring overdose victims receive timely, life-saving care. I thank Tyler
REP LIEU Introduces Bipartisan BILL to Prevent Fentanyl Overdoses
bipartisan legislation designed to prevent fentanyl overdoses in the United States. This bill requires the Department of Health … fentanyl when a patient is experiencing an overdose. Based on these results, the bill instructs HHS to issue
Kamlager-Dove Joins Resolution Opposing U.S. Military Action Against Mexico
logical as a means to address fentanyl overdose deaths,” said Stephanie Brewer, Director for Mexico, Washington Office
Panetta, Pfluger, Bilirakis, Pappas, Fitzgerald, and Ross Reintroduce Bipartisan Legislation to Crack Down on Deadly Fentanyl Additive Xylazine
national drug epidemic and driving up overdose deaths in communities across the country. Our nation’s laws must … criminal cartels and drug traffickers while fueling the overdose crisis in the United States. To help keep Americans