Bill 118 sres 79 is a resolution that aims to designate February 26, 2023, to March 4, 2023, as "National Fentanyl Awareness Week" in the United States. The purpose of this resolution is to raise awareness of the negative impacts of fentanyl, a powerful synthetic opioid that has been responsible for a significant increase in overdose deaths in recent years.
The resolution emphasizes the importance of educating the public about the dangers of fentanyl and the devastating effects it can have on individuals, families, and communities. It also calls for increased efforts to prevent the spread of fentanyl, improve access to treatment for those struggling with addiction, and support law enforcement in their efforts to combat the illicit trafficking of this dangerous drug.
By designating a specific week to focus on fentanyl awareness, the resolution aims to bring attention to this growing public health crisis and encourage individuals and organizations to take action to address the issue. It is a bipartisan effort to unite lawmakers in their commitment to combating the opioid epidemic and protecting the health and safety of all Americans.