Department of Defense Overdose Data Act of 2023

HR 3751, the Department of Defense Overdose Data Act of 2023, requires the Secretary of Defense to submit annual reports on overdoses among active-duty military personnel (servicemembers) and their military family members. These reports must include detailed data on fatal and non-fatal overdoses, such as demographics, substances involved, prior mental health or substance use treatment, naloxone use, and overdose intent. The bill also mandates a separate report analyzing barriers to care and recommending improved access to mental health services, non-opioid pain management, and overdose prevention tools like naloxone. Privacy protections under HIPAA ensure personal information remains confidential, and the data aims to identify patterns and guide better treatment responses within the military system.