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New school curriculum to educate children on substance abuse dangers.

This act mandates the creation and implementation of a nationwide curriculum for K-12 schools to educate children about the dangers of substance use, including opioids, e-cigarettes, and tobacco. The goal is to protect young people from addiction by providing them with the knowledge to make informed decisions.
Key points
A new K-12 school curriculum will educate students on the harms of substances, including opioids, e-cigarettes, and tobacco.
The curriculum will be regularly reviewed and updated to ensure it provides the latest information and educational methods.
Grants will be available to states to help implement this program, with preference given to areas with high drug overdose death rates.
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Print number: 117_S_5105
Sponsor: Sen. Manchin, Joe, III [D-WV]
Process start date: 2022-11-16
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Saving America's Future by Educating Kids Act of 2022

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_5105.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-11-16.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • A new K-12 school curriculum will educate students on the harms of substances, including opioids, e-cigarettes, and tobacco.
  • The curriculum will be regularly reviewed and updated to ensure it provides the latest information and educational methods.
  • Grants will be available to states to help implement this program, with preference given to areas with high drug overdose death rates.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Manchin, Joe, III [D-WV].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-01-02.

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