About NASCSA
Learn more about the National Association of State Controlled Substances Authorities, its purpose, mission and goals. You can also explore ways to get involved as a member or a NASCSA sponsor.
The NASCSA Purpose
The purpose of the National Association of State Controlled Substances Authorities is to provide a forum for the discussion and exchange of information and ideas, to develop, implement and monitor ongoing strategies and to curtail the abuse, misuse and diversion of controlled substances. Further, to advocate for continued enhancement, funding and utilization of programs to limit the inappropriate use and diversion of controlled substances. Furthermore, to provide the expertise and a unified voice of its membership in collaborating and educating: 1) local, state and federal law enforcement, regulatory authorities, public policy makers; 2) authorized prescribers, dispensers and distributors, and 3) the community at large for the sole purpose of improving the public health in the appropriate use of controlled substances.
You can view the meeting minutes from our most recent annual business meetings here:
NASCSA Goals
Goal #1
Promote communications and cooperation among the diverse federal, state and local agencies, responsible for regulating and enforcing controlled substance laws
Goal #2
Serve as a liaison between states and federal controlled substances authorities, the pharmaceutical industry, and other interested parties
Goal #3
Seek representation of all U.S. states, commonwealths, districts and territories in NASCSA
Goal #4
Establish NASCSA as a clearinghouse for all state controlled substances issues
Goal #5
Promote uniformity of controlled substances laws and prescription drug monitoring programs among the states
Goal #6
Hold an annual conference to provide an educational forum for discussion and communication among government agencies, the pharmaceutical industry, and other interested parties on controlled substances issues
Aside from sharing with industry colleagues, from whom I constantly learn, this gives me the opportunity to stay up-to-date not only on PDMPs and what states are doing, but also on the ever-changing topics related to controlled drugs.
The NASCSA Store
We have now created an online store with a few NASCSA branded clothing items that are available for purchase. Click the button below and then type NASCSA into the search box.
Our Sponsors
NASCSA would like to sincerely thank our valued sponsors for their generous support. Interested in becoming a sponsor? Click here to learn how you can get involved and support NASCSA’s mission.
