U.S. Senator John Boozman Applauds Final Passage of Legislation to Fight Opioid Epidemic

WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator John Boozman (R-AR), issued the following statement on Senate passage of the Comprehensive Addiction and Recovery Act.

“Prescription drug abuse and opioid addiction have devastating impacts on families and communities across Arkansas and the entire country. This comprehensive response to fighting this epidemic will give families with loved ones struggling with addiction hope. By expanding prevention, education, treatment and recovery efforts, communities will have the tools they need to combat opioid addiction and help those suffering from drug dependence,” Boozman said.

This legislation is headed the President’s desk to be signed into law.