Student and Student Athlete Opioid Misuse Prevention Act

Bill 117 hr 7246, also known as the Student and Student Athlete Opioid Misuse Prevention Act, aims to address the growing issue of opioid misuse among students and student athletes in the United States. The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives and is currently under consideration.

The main provisions of the bill include:

1. Establishing a grant program to fund education and prevention programs aimed at reducing opioid misuse among students and student athletes. These programs would focus on raising awareness about the dangers of opioid misuse, as well as providing resources and support for those struggling with addiction. 2. Requiring schools and athletic programs to develop policies and procedures for identifying and addressing opioid misuse among students and student athletes. This would include implementing drug testing protocols and providing access to counseling and treatment services. 3. Encouraging collaboration between schools, athletic programs, healthcare providers, and community organizations to develop comprehensive strategies for preventing opioid misuse and supporting those affected by addiction. Overall, the Student and Student Athlete Opioid Misuse Prevention Act seeks to take a proactive approach to addressing the opioid epidemic by targeting a vulnerable population – students and student athletes. By providing education, resources, and support, the bill aims to reduce the prevalence of opioid misuse and help those struggling with addiction to get the help they need.