Supporting the designation of June 6, 2023, as National Naloxone Awareness Day.

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Explore the details of House Bill 476 Supporting the designation of June 6, 2023, as National Naloxone Awareness Day. currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Health. Stay informed on legislative developments.

12/19/2023, 1:45 PM

Summary of Bill HRES 476

Bill 118 HRES 476, also known as the National Naloxone Awareness Day Act, aims to designate June 6, 2023, as National Naloxone Awareness Day. The bill seeks to raise awareness about the importance of naloxone, a medication used to reverse opioid overdoses and save lives.

Naloxone has been proven to be a crucial tool in combating the opioid epidemic, which has been a growing public health crisis in the United States. By designating a specific day to raise awareness about naloxone, the bill aims to educate the public about the life-saving potential of this medication and encourage its widespread availability and use.

The bill does not propose any specific funding or policy changes, but rather focuses on the symbolic gesture of recognizing the importance of naloxone in saving lives and preventing overdose deaths. By designating June 6 as National Naloxone Awareness Day, the bill aims to bring attention to the opioid crisis and the need for increased access to naloxone in communities across the country. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 476 seeks to promote awareness and education about naloxone as a critical tool in addressing the opioid epidemic and saving lives.

Congressional Summary of HRES 476

This resolution supports the designation of National Naloxone Awareness Day. Naloxone is a medication that temporarily reverses opioid overdoses.

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Current Status of Bill HRES 476

Bill HRES 476 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 6, 2023. Bill HRES 476 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on June 6, 2023. Bill HRES 476's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. as of June 9, 2023

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 476

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Health

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Commemorative events and holidaysDrug therapyDrug, alcohol, tobacco useFirst responders and emergency personnelHealth personnelHealth promotion and preventive care

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 476

Supporting the designation of June 6, 2023, as National Naloxone Awareness Day.Supporting the designation of June 6, 2023, as National Naloxone Awareness Day.

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