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Supporting Fentanyl Awareness Day: Warning Against Counterfeit Pills and Youth Risk

The US Senate supports National Fentanyl Awareness Day to boost public knowledge, especially among youth and families, about the deadly threat posed by counterfeit pills laced with fentanyl. The resolution highlights that fake pills, often sold online, frequently contain lethal doses, making awareness crucial for public health and safety. Fentanyl is now the leading cause of drug-induced deaths among young people.
Key points
Drug Safety Alert: Counterfeit pills, often marketed as legitimate prescription drugs, are widely available and frequently contain lethal doses of fentanyl (6 out of 10 tested pills are potentially deadly).
Youth Mortality Crisis: Fentanyl is involved in more deaths of young people than all other drug types combined, emphasizing the need for immediate public education and awareness.
National Awareness: The resolution designates May 9th as National Fentanyl Awareness Day to support law enforcement efforts and increase nationwide understanding of this critical public health threat.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_SRES_215
Sponsor: Sen. Feinstein, Dianne [D-CA]
Process start date: 2023-05-17
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

A resolution supporting the mission and goals of National Fentanyl Awareness Day in 2023, including increasing individual and public awareness of the impact of fake or counterfeit fentanyl pills on families and young people.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_SRES_215.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-05-17.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Drug Safety Alert: Counterfeit pills, often marketed as legitimate prescription drugs, are widely available and frequently contain lethal doses of fentanyl (6 out of 10 tested pills are potentially deadly).
  • Youth Mortality Crisis: Fentanyl is involved in more deaths of young people than all other drug types combined, emphasizing the need for immediate public education and awareness.
  • National Awareness: The resolution designates May 9th as National Fentanyl Awareness Day to support law enforcement efforts and increase nationwide understanding of this critical public health threat.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Adopted.

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. Feinstein, Dianne [D-CA].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S1712; text: CR S1709)

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-30.

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