H.R. 9178, also known as the "Veteran Prescription Safety Improvement Act," aims to enhance the ability of healthcare providers at the Department of Veterans Affairs to access prescription drug monitoring programs. The bill expands the definition of licensed healthcare providers and mandates...
Simple Explanation
The "Veteran Prescription Safety Improvement Act" wants to help doctors and nurses at veterans' hospitals keep track of the medicines that veterans use, just like when you have a checklist for your toys to make sure nothing is missing. This bill would make it easier for them to check that list to keep everyone safe and healthy.