Opioids
Combatting the opioid epidemic in West Virginia and across the country is one of Senator Manchin’s biggest priorities in the United States Senate. He works with lawmakers from both sides of the aisle to secure the additional resources we need to fight this epidemic. He has introduced multiple bi-partisan bills aimed at supporting recovering addicts and funding programs that help addicts receive the treatment they need.
Prescription drug abuse is the fastest growing drug problem in the nation and unfortunately, West Virginia leads the nation in overdose deaths. In light of these growing concerns, Senator Manchin launched the Prescription Drug Abuse Caucus. Through this caucus, members work together with stakeholders in hopes of developing legislation and urging Congress to invest in programs that will end the ongoing opioid epidemic and prevent future drug abuse.
Latest
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January 06, 2020
Manchin, Capito Announce $748K For Maternal Opioid Misuse Program
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December 18, 2019
Manchin Calls On Purdue Pharma To Cancel $1.3 Million Bonus For CEO
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December 17, 2019
Manchin Introduces Legislation To Combat Opioid Epidemic With Non-Opioid Treatments
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December 13, 2019
Manchin, Capito Announce Nearly $38 Million To Address Opioid Crisis, Reduce Crime, And Improve Public Safety In West Virginia
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November 05, 2019
Manchin, Capito Announce More Than $227K To Address Infectious Disease Consequences Of The Opioid Crisis
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October 31, 2019
Manchin, Capito Announce $750K To Prevent Youth Substance Use Disorder In West Virginia
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October 31, 2019
Manchin Secures More Than $600 Million To Fight The Opioid Epidemic And $80 Million To Combat Youth Homelessness In Spending Package
