Ann Tucker
- Jul 30, 2021
- 1 min read

Senate Caucus on International Narcotics Holds Hearing on Drug Overdose Crisis

The Senate Caucus on International Narcotics Control recently held a hearing titled “The Federal Response to the Drug Overdose Epidemic,” which addressed the federal response to the surge in overdose deaths that have emerged as a result of COVID-19 and ongoing efforts to reduce the supply of substances into the country. To view a recording of the hearing, click here.

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