End Veterans Overdose Act of 2026
February 2 – March 19, 2026
Where Things Stand
The legislation is currently awaiting a full vote on the Senate floor. If passed, the bill will allow veterans and their caregivers to obtain life-saving overdose reversal medications at VA pharmacies for free and without a prescription.
The Facts
How We Got Here
Mar 17, 2026The Senate Committee on Veterans' Affairs ordered the bill to be reported favorably with an amendment. [S. 3758]
Mar 17, 2026Senator Mike Crapo advocated for the bill's advancement, citing the urgency of removing barriers to opioid treatment. [Removing]
Mar 2026Senator Jeanne Shaheen introduced the End Veterans Overdose Act to provide free naloxone at VA pharmacies. [S. 3758]
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