21 USC 822a - Prescription drug take back expansion

U.S Code last checked for updates: Jan 30, 2025

§ 822a.

Prescription drug take back expansion

(a)

Definition of covered entity

In this section, the term “covered entity” means—

(1)

a State, local, or tribal law enforcement agency;

(2)

a manufacturer, distributor, or reverse distributor of prescription medications;

(3)

a retail pharmacy;

(4)

a registered narcotic treatment program;

(5)

a hospital or clinic with an onsite pharmacy;

(6)

an eligible long-term care facility; or

(7)

any other entity authorized by the Drug Enforcement Administration to dispose of prescription medications.

(b)

Program authorized

(Pub. L. 114–198, title II, § 203, July 22, 2016, 130 Stat. 717.)

cite as: 21 USC 822a