A resolution expressing support for the designation of February 26, 2023, to March 4, 2023, as "National Fentanyl Awareness Week" and raising awareness of the negative impacts of fentanyl in the United States.

12/15/2023, 4:04 PM

This resolution designates February 26-March 4, 2023, as National Fentanyl Awareness Week.

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.
Congress
118

Number
SRES - 79

Introduced on
2023-02-27

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

2/27/2023

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

This resolution designates February 26-March 4, 2023, as National Fentanyl Awareness Week.

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.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedA resolution expressing support for the designation of February 26, 2023, to March 4, 2023, as "National Fentanyl Awareness Week" and raising awareness of the negative impacts of fentanyl in the United States.

Policy Areas
Crime and Law Enforcement

Potential Impact
Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Drug, alcohol, tobacco use
Health personnel
Law enforcement officers
Mental health

Comments

Recent Activity

Latest Summary6/5/2023

This resolution designates February 26-March 4, 2023, as National Fentanyl Awareness Week.


Latest Action2/27/2023
Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S507)