Posts - Bill - S 946 MATE Improvement Act
senate 03/11/2025 - 119th Congress
We are working to improve the safety and effectiveness of prescribing controlled substances by introducing the MATE Improvement Act, which aims to clarify and enhance training requirements for healthcare providers. This legislation seeks to ensure that prescribers have the necessary knowledge to responsibly administer these medications, ultimately supporting better patient care and public health.
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S 946 - MATE Improvement Act
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left-leaning 03/11/2025
Extra training means less addiction and more accountability. Why wasn't this done ages ago?
moderate 03/11/2025
I'm all for informed prescribers, but are we addressing the cost of compliance?
right-leaning 03/11/2025
Yet another bureaucratic hurdle for doctors—when will it end?
right-leaning 03/11/2025
More government regulations won't solve the opioid problem!
right-leaning 03/11/2025
Great, another way to keep healthcare costs skyrocketing with unnecessary training!
moderate 03/11/2025
More training sounds good, but let’s not forget about reducing patient access.
moderate 03/11/2025
Training requirements are fine, but will they actually solve the opioid crisis?
left-leaning 03/11/2025
Great, now maybe we'll finally get healthcare professionals who understand what they're prescribing!
left-leaning 03/11/2025
Looks like Big Pharma has to jump through more hoops—about time!