What does Preamble of Opioid Overdose Data Collection Enhancement Act do?

This bill amends the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968. The bill's purpose is to enhance the Comprehensive Opioid Abuse Grant Program. The bill was introduced in the Senate on March 24, 2025, and reported with an amendment on July 28, 2025.

What does SHORT TITLE. of Opioid Overdose Data Collection Enhancement Act do?

This bill is formally titled the Opioid Overdose Data Collection Enhancement Act.

What does PURPOSE. of Opioid Overdose Data Collection Enhancement Act do?

This Act aims to increase the use and integration of data collection tools. These tools are intended to track fatal and nonfatal overdoses. The Act also seeks to track the administration of opioid overdose reversal medication. Data collection will occur in near real-time.

What does COMPREHENSIVE OPIOID ABUSE GRANT PROGRAM. of Opioid Overdose Data Collection Enhancement Act do?

This section amends the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 to establish an Overdose Data Collection Program. The program allows States, local governments, law enforcement coalitions, and Indian tribes to develop and implement data collection tools to track overdose locations and opioid reversal medication administration. Coalitions of law enforcement agencies are eligible for grants specifically to implement these data collection programs. Implementing entities must support coordinated responses, focus on areas with high overdose rates, ensure data interoperability, and share data with relevant government entities. Applicants seeking grants for these programs must conduct an audit of available data and resources and submit it with their application to avoid duplication. The Attorney General must consult with agencies maintaining overdose data collection tools, including the Director of the Office of National Drug Control Policy, in carrying out this subsection.

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Opioid Overdose Data Collection Enhancement Act

Last updated: 7/28/2025 · Introduced: 3/24/2025

Author: Maria Cantwell (D-WA)

TL;DR (AI)

This bill establishes an Overdose Data Collection Program within the Comprehensive Opioid Abuse Grant Program, enabling states, local governments, law enforcement coalitions, and Indian tribes to develop and implement data collection tools for overdoses and reversal medication administration.
The program prioritizes data collection in areas with high overdose rates and requires grantees to ensure data interoperability and sharing with relevant government entities.
Applicants for grants under this program must conduct an audit of existing data and resources to prevent duplication of efforts.

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