Episode 21 - Regulation and Legislative Update

Dr. Schlicher talks with the WSMA's Sean Graham and Jeb Shepard about the state’s approach to addressing the opioid epidemic, settlements underway, and what to look for in the 2025 legislative session.

Learning Objectives

• Identify the key issues in the 2025 legislative session and impact related to addressing the opioid crisis.
• Outline recent state and federal rulemaking activities in the context of addressing the opioid crisis as of January 2025.
• Discuss how collaboration between prescribers and lawmakers can lead to better outcomes.

Release date: March 17, 2025

Expiration date: March 16, 2028

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Resources

Regulation and Legislative Update Slide Deck

Washington State Opioid and Overdose Response Plan

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