by the vice president of the U.S.
K. Leader is called the "speaker"
B. Compromise! The bills below are based on ideas found in real-life bills aimed at addressing the opioid
addiction crisis. Follow the directions to see where common ground might be found.
1. Read Both Bills, Circle the parts that the two
versions have in common.
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.
The Senate
2. Find a Solution. Decide on two compromises that
could be made and write them below. This will be your
compromise bill.
#1
#2