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Rockefeller: New Rule Would Reduce Prescription Drug Abuse
By: Associated Press
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U.S. Sen. Jay Rockefeller said a proposed federal rule would reduce prescription drug abuse.
The Drug Enforcement Administration's proposed rule would establish national standards for prescription drug disposal. It also would expand available drug disposal options, including take-back events.
A 2010 law requires the DEA to enforce a legal and safe prescription drug disposal method. Rockefeller asked the DEA in November to implement the law.
The West Virginia Democrat said prescription drug abuse or misuse is responsible for nine out of 10 drug-related deaths in the state.