Question

b. compromise! both the senate and the house want to pass bills aimed at addressing the opioid addiction crisis. but to pass a final bill, they need to come to a compromise. read both bills. circle the parts they have in common. then answer the questions.

house bill to combat opioid addiction

• fund addiction treatment programs by taxing companies that make opioids
• require training on specific topics for providers registered to prescribe opioids
• limit prescriptions to a 10 - day supply with no refills
• require the diagnosis being treated with opioids to be clearly stated on the prescription

1. what are two parts of the bill that both houses would agree on? this is your compromise bill.

a.

b.

Explanation:

Since only the House bill is provided and no Senate - bill details are given, we assume common parts based on general knowledge or what could be likely areas of agreement. Fund - ing treatment programs and training for prescribers are important and likely to be agreed upon.

Answer:

A. Fund addiction treatment programs by taxing companies that make opioids
B. Require training on specific topics for providers registered to prescribe opioids