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On the recordMarch 20, 2017
I also think we need to find a way to address the treatment side of this epidemic and this is, sadly, where I have significant differences with my majority colleagues.
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Diana DeGette
Democratic · Colorado

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DeGette calls for addressing treatment for the opioid epidemic, noting her differences with majority colleagues.

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