To amend title III of the Public Health Service Act to direct the Secretary of Health and Human Services, acting through the Director of the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health shall conduct research on programs to educate workplace professionals on the prevention of impairment from the use of cannabis, opioids, and other drugs, and the risks resulting from individuals working while impaired, and for other purposes.

Bill 117 hr 8591, also known as the "Workplace Impairment Prevention Act," aims to amend title III of the Public Health Service Act. The bill directs the Secretary of Health and Human Services, through the Director of the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, to conduct research on programs that educate workplace professionals on preventing impairment from the use of cannabis, opioids, and other drugs.

The research will focus on the risks associated with individuals working while impaired by these substances. The goal of the bill is to develop strategies and resources to help employers and employees recognize and address impairment in the workplace, ultimately promoting a safer work environment.

In addition to research on prevention programs, the bill also includes provisions for other purposes related to workplace impairment prevention. This legislation highlights the importance of addressing substance use and impairment in the workplace, and aims to provide valuable information and resources to help mitigate these risks.