H.R.3595 - Safe Prescribing Through Reporting Act of 2025 (119th Congress)
Summary
H.R.3595, the Safe Prescribing Through Reporting Act of 2025, aims to amend the Public Health Service Act to facilitate the disclosure of records related to substance use disorder medications to state prescription drug monitoring programs (PDMPs). This is intended to enhance the monitoring of prescriptions and reduce the potential for misuse and diversion of these medications. The bill mandates that records pertaining to the prescribing or dispensing of substance use disorder medications be disclosed to state PDMPs if required by state law.
Expected Effects
The primary effect of this bill would be to increase the data available to state PDMPs regarding substance use disorder medications. This could lead to more informed prescribing practices and better identification of individuals at risk of addiction or overdose. It could also help to identify and prevent illegal activities such as prescription fraud and drug diversion.
Potential Benefits
- Enhanced monitoring of substance use disorder medication prescriptions.
- Improved identification of individuals at risk of addiction or overdose.
- Prevention of prescription fraud and drug diversion.
- Better-informed prescribing practices by healthcare professionals.
- Potential reduction in overdose deaths and substance use disorder rates.
Potential Disadvantages
- Potential privacy concerns related to the disclosure of sensitive medical information.
- Increased administrative burden on healthcare providers and pharmacies.
- Risk of data breaches or misuse of information by state PDMPs.
- Possible chilling effect on patients seeking treatment for substance use disorders due to privacy concerns.
- Potential for errors in data reporting and interpretation.
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Constitutional Alignment
The bill appears to align with the general welfare clause of the Constitution, as it aims to improve public health and safety by addressing the opioid crisis. However, the potential impact on individual privacy rights could raise concerns under the Fourth Amendment, which protects against unreasonable searches and seizures. The balance between public safety and individual privacy would need to be carefully considered to ensure constitutional compliance.
Impact Assessment: Things You Care About ⓘ
This action has been evaluated across 19 key areas that matter to you. Scores range from 1 (highly disadvantageous) to 5 (highly beneficial).