These deaths are largely attributable to illicit fentanyl. And a NIDA study published last week shows the availability of illicit fentanyl continues to skyrocket. 115 million illicit fentanyl pills were seized by law enforcement last year. We can and must do more to stop this epidemic and save lives. I know this is a bipartisan priority for members of this committee, including Senator Capito and myself. (03:58–04:05)
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