National All Schedules Prescription Electronic Reporting Act of 2005

The National All Schedules Prescription Electronic Reporting Act of 2005 (NASPER) establishes a federal grant program to help states create or improve electronic databases that track the dispensing of controlled substances. These systems are designed to provide doctors and pharmacists with a patient’s prescription history to help identify potential drug abuse, "doctor shopping," or dangerous drug interactions before a medication is provided.

For the average citizen, this means that information regarding their prescriptions for controlled substances—such as opioids or stimulants—is recorded in a secure state database accessible to healthcare providers and authorized law enforcement. To protect patient rights, the bill requires states to implement strict security measures, set penalties for the unauthorized disclosure of data, and ensures that the tracking system does not interfere with a patient's ability to receive legitimate medical treatment.