Democratic presidential hopeful Sen. Elizabeth Warren and House Oversight Committee chairman Rep. Elijah Cummings on Wednesday unveiled a $100 billion proposal to tackle the ongoing opioid epidemic in the United States.
on Wednesday unveiled a $100 billion proposal to tackle the ongoing opioid epidemic in the United States.
"The opioid and addiction crisis is a national emergency that touches all communities, regardless of location, average income or racial makeup," Warren, of Massachusetts, said in a statement, adding that it's "long past time to enact comprehensive legislation" to address the problem. Warren also said in a statement her proposed 2% tax on wealthy Americans who are worth $50 million or more could help fund the legislation.
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