The opioid crisis takes the lives of 115 Americans each day. Today, the House acted to reduce the tragic amount of overdose deaths by passing H.R. 6082, the Overdose Prevention and Patient Safety Act, sponsored by Congressman Markwayne Mullin (OK-2). “Doctors must have the whole picture on a patient’s medical history in order to safely and effectively treat that patient,” said Mullin. “This includes any history of substance use disorder. The Overdose Prevention and Patient Safety Act will update...
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During National Men’s Health Week, Congressman Markwayne Mullin encourages men to lead healthy lifestyles by exercising regularly and getting regular health screenings, which ultimately lowers their risk of chronic disease. “Leading a healthy lifestyle should be a top priority for all Americans,” said Mullin, co-chair of the Congressional Men’s Health Caucus, “but too often, we overlook our health in the midst of a busy day. National Men’s Health Week was created by Congress in 1994 to convey th...
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Congressman Markwayne Mullin (OK-2) released the following statement after the House passed H.R. 3, the Spending Cuts to Expired and Unnecessary Programs Act: “Congress alone has the power of the purse,” said Mullin, “and it is high time that Congress use its power to cut wasteful government spending. With our national debt clocking in at more than $21 trillion, I am proud to see Congress take action to void nearly $15 billion in funding that went unused by various federal programs. The Spending...
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Congressman Markwayne Mullin (OK-2) announced that members of his staff will hold eight mobile office stops in southeast Oklahoma this month. “In the Second District, I have offices located in Claremore, Muskogee, and McAlester,” said Mullin. “However, I understand that many constituents don’t live near one of my offices, or don’t have the time to travel to one. That’s why I’m sending my office staff to you so that members of my team can assist you in your own town!” Marshall County Mobile Offic...
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Congressman Markwayne Mullin (OK-2) released the following statement after President Trump announced he would impose tariffs on steel and aluminum imports from the European Union, Canada, and Mexico: “I fully support President Trump’s decision to levy tariffs on the EU, Canada, and Mexico for steel and aluminum imports,” said Mullin. “President Trump is doing exactly what he said he would—putting America first and bringing other countries back to the negotiating table. For years, countries have ...
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Congressman Markwayne Mullin (R-OK) and Congressman John Larson (D-CT) introduced H.R. 5959, the Natural Gas Parity Act, to bring equity to the sale, purchase, and use of natural gas in the United States. “When it comes to fuel sources for our country’s planes, trucks, cars, and buses, I support an all-the-above approach,” said Congressman Mullin. “Under current laws and regulations, alternative fuel sources enjoy federal subsidies that cut down on production costs while clean, natural gas shoul...
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Congressman Markwayne Mullin (OK-2) released the following statement after House passage of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2019 (H.R. 5515): “I can think of no better way to honor those who paid the ultimate sacrifice and their families than to ensure that the troops who carry on the fight for our freedoms have the necessary tools and resources to prevail over our enemies,” said Mullin. “As we prepare to recognize Memorial Day this weekend, I am proud to support th...
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Congressman Markwayne Mullin (OK-2) announced that he will host Taylor McClellan from Newalla, Oklahoma for the 7th Annual Congressional Foster Youth Shadow Day tomorrow, Wednesday, May 23, 2018 on Capitol Hill. Taylor will join more than 100 foster youth and alumni in Washington, D.C. to accompany members of Congress on their daily routine and get a behind-the-scenes look at the House of Representatives. "I look forward to welcoming Taylor to Capitol Hill as a part of National Foster Care Month...
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Congressman Markwayne Mullin (OK-2) testified at the House Veterans’ Affairs Committee’s Member Day on Wednesday. Mullin advocated for his bill, H.R. 5829, which would direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to inform each physician in the Veterans Health Administration of their individual opioid prescribing rate and require pain management training for the physicians with the highest opioid prescribing rates. CLICK HERE to view the clip. Remarks, as prepared for delivery: “Thank you Chairman R...
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Congressman Markwayne Mullin (OK-2) released the following statement after H.R. 5795, the Overdose Prevention and Patient Safety Act, passed out of the Energy and Commerce Committee by a vote of 35 to 17, with 7 Democrats voting in favor of the bill. “The Overdose Prevention and Patient Safety Act is and always will be about putting the patient’s well-being first,” said Mullin. “By aligning 42 CFR Part 2 with HIPAA, H.R. 5795 provides clarity to doctors treating patients with a substance use dis...
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