U.S. Senators Marsha Blackburn And Sheldon Whitehouse, Along With A Bipartisan Group Of Lawmakers, Are Calling On The DEA To Extend Telehealth Flexibilities That Increase Access To Mental Health And Substance Use Disorder Treatment. The Senators’ Treats Act Would Make These Pandemic-Era Flexibilities Permanent, Ensuring Continued Access For Patients In Rural And Underserved Communities. The Current Rules, Which Expire December 31, Have Been Crucial In Providing Care For Opioid Use Disorder And Other Conditions Without In-Person Visits. Lawmakers Are Seeking An Extension To Avoid Disrupting Ongoing Care.