Bill · S.Res. 95· Senate(119-SRES-95)
A resolution expressing support for the designation of February 23, 2025, to March 1, 2025, as "National Fentanyl Awareness Week" and raising awareness of the negative impacts of fentanyl in the United States.
- Introduced
- 2/25/2025
- Last activity
- 2/25/2025 — Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S1358)
- Sponsored by
- Rick Scott
- Cosponsors
- - 1 - 0
- Introduced
- In Committee
A Senate resolution is the Senate speaking for itself: stating a position, honouring someone, or setting its own rules. Adopting it is the whole process. Once the Senate agrees to it, it is officially the Senate's word; it is not a law, so the House and the President have no part in it.
What this bill would do
This resolution expresses support for designating February 23, 2025, to March 1, 2025, as National Fentanyl Awareness Week. It highlights the severe dangers of illegal fentanyl, noting that it is 50 times more potent than heroin and responsible for massive numbers of overdose deaths. The text points out that fentanyl-related poisonings are currently the leading cause of death for Americans aged 18 to 45. It also recognizes the large amounts of fentanyl seized by the Drug Enforcement Agency and U.S. Customs and Border Protection. Finally, the measure applauds law enforcement and treatment organizations while encouraging people to seek help for substance use disorders and to only use doctor-prescribed medications.
Yes· 3 of 9
Does this do more about addiction and overdose deaths?+5
The resolution aims to raise awareness about the deadly impacts of fentanyl and the risks of counterfeit pills.
Would people in their twenties and thirties be better off under this?+3
The bill addresses a leading cause of death for individuals aged 18 to 45.
Would people over 65 be better off under this?+3
The text notes that older adults experience increased risks due to social isolation and the opioid crisis.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Applauding Law Enforcement: Under resolved clause (1), the Senate applauds the work of Federal, State, and local law enforcement agencies for combating the fentanyl crisis, which supports the people keeping communities safe.
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Supporting Recovery: Under resolved clause (2), the Senate applauds treatment and recovery organizations that help individuals with substance use disorder, which is a positive acknowledgment of groups helping people heal.
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Encouraging Safe Medical Practices: Under resolved clause (3), the Senate encourages all individuals to only use medication prescribed through their physician, helping people avoid dangerous counterfeit pills.
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Promoting Help for Addiction: Under resolved clause (4), the Senate encourages anyone suffering from substance use disorder to seek assistance, which can guide individuals toward life-saving help.
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Raising Awareness: Under resolved clause (5), the Senate designates February 23, 2025, through March 1, 2025, as National Fentanyl Awareness Week, bringing public attention to the deadly impacts of the drug.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No Negative Impacts Identified: Based strictly on the provided text, there are no specific sections or provisions that outline negative consequences or burdens for individuals or groups of people in the United States.
Groups and Interests Ranking
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- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Seniors+3Good For Young Adults+3Good For Children+2Good For Low Income Households+2Good For People With Disabilities+1
- Healthcare
- Improves Opioid Crisis Response+5Improves Mental Health Access+3
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Policing Reform+2
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Improves Veterans Benefits+1
- 2/25/2025
- Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S1358)
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- Introduced in Senate
James JusticeRepublican · West Virginia