Legis Daily

Supporting the mission and goals of National Fentanyl Awareness Day in 2025, including increasing individual and public awareness of the impact of fake or counterfeit fentanyl pills on families and young people.

USA119th CongressHRES-359| House 
| Updated: 4/29/2025
Brittany Pettersen

Brittany Pettersen

Democratic Representative

Colorado

Cosponsors (5)
Joe Neguse (Democratic)Lisa C. McClain (Republican)Addison P. McDowell (Republican)Brian K. Fitzpatrick (Republican)Lori Trahan (Democratic)

Judiciary Committee, Energy and Commerce Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
This resolution expresses support for the mission and goals of National Fentanyl Awareness Day in 2025 , aiming to significantly increase individual and public awareness regarding the severe impact of fake or counterfeit fentanyl pills on families and young people. It highlights the critical need to educate the public about these illicit substances, which are often disguised as legitimate prescription medications and sold by drug traffickers. The resolution underscores that many counterfeit pills contain lethal doses of fentanyl and are easily accessible, including through social media, making them particularly dangerous for youth. It notes that fentanyl is a leading cause of drug-induced deaths, especially among individuals aged 14 to 18, with a dramatic rise in fatalities. The text emphasizes that a significant percentage of youth and teens are currently unaware of fentanyl's presence in counterfeit pills or its dangers. Furthermore, the House of Representatives applauds the efforts of Federal, State, and local law enforcement agencies in combating the spread of counterfeit pills. It encourages the use of existing authorities to proactively prevent their proliferation and formally supports the designation of "National Fentanyl Awareness Day" to continue these vital awareness efforts.
View Full Text

Suggested Questions

Get AI-generated questions to help you understand this bill better

Timeline

Bill from Previous Congress

HRES 118-381
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.

Bill from Previous Congress

HRES 117-1102
Supporting the mission and goals of National Fentanyl Awareness Day in 2022, including increasing individual and public awareness of the impact of fake or counterfeit fentanyl pills on families and young people.
Apr 29, 2025

Latest Companion Bill Action

SRES 119-186
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2643: 3; text: CR S2669: 2)
Apr 29, 2025
Submitted in House
Apr 29, 2025
Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HRES 118-381
    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.


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HRES 117-1102
    Supporting the mission and goals of National Fentanyl Awareness Day in 2022, including increasing individual and public awareness of the impact of fake or counterfeit fentanyl pills on families and young people.


  • April 29, 2025

    Latest Companion Bill Action

    SRES 119-186
    Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2643: 3; text: CR S2669: 2)


  • April 29, 2025
    Submitted in House


  • April 29, 2025
    Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.

Health

Related Bills

  • SRES 119-186: A resolution supporting the mission and goals of National Fentanyl Awareness Day in 2025, including increasing individual and public awareness of the impact of fake or counterfeit fentanyl pills on families and young people.
Commemorative events and holidaysDrug, alcohol, tobacco useDrug trafficking and controlled substances

Supporting the mission and goals of National Fentanyl Awareness Day in 2025, including increasing individual and public awareness of the impact of fake or counterfeit fentanyl pills on families and young people.

USA119th CongressHRES-359| House 
| Updated: 4/29/2025
This resolution expresses support for the mission and goals of National Fentanyl Awareness Day in 2025 , aiming to significantly increase individual and public awareness regarding the severe impact of fake or counterfeit fentanyl pills on families and young people. It highlights the critical need to educate the public about these illicit substances, which are often disguised as legitimate prescription medications and sold by drug traffickers. The resolution underscores that many counterfeit pills contain lethal doses of fentanyl and are easily accessible, including through social media, making them particularly dangerous for youth. It notes that fentanyl is a leading cause of drug-induced deaths, especially among individuals aged 14 to 18, with a dramatic rise in fatalities. The text emphasizes that a significant percentage of youth and teens are currently unaware of fentanyl's presence in counterfeit pills or its dangers. Furthermore, the House of Representatives applauds the efforts of Federal, State, and local law enforcement agencies in combating the spread of counterfeit pills. It encourages the use of existing authorities to proactively prevent their proliferation and formally supports the designation of "National Fentanyl Awareness Day" to continue these vital awareness efforts.
View Full Text

Suggested Questions

Get AI-generated questions to help you understand this bill better

Timeline

Bill from Previous Congress

HRES 118-381
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.

Bill from Previous Congress

HRES 117-1102
Supporting the mission and goals of National Fentanyl Awareness Day in 2022, including increasing individual and public awareness of the impact of fake or counterfeit fentanyl pills on families and young people.
Apr 29, 2025

Latest Companion Bill Action

SRES 119-186
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2643: 3; text: CR S2669: 2)
Apr 29, 2025
Submitted in House
Apr 29, 2025
Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HRES 118-381
    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.


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HRES 117-1102
    Supporting the mission and goals of National Fentanyl Awareness Day in 2022, including increasing individual and public awareness of the impact of fake or counterfeit fentanyl pills on families and young people.


  • April 29, 2025

    Latest Companion Bill Action

    SRES 119-186
    Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2643: 3; text: CR S2669: 2)


  • April 29, 2025
    Submitted in House


  • April 29, 2025
    Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Brittany Pettersen

Brittany Pettersen

Democratic Representative

Colorado

Cosponsors (5)
Joe Neguse (Democratic)Lisa C. McClain (Republican)Addison P. McDowell (Republican)Brian K. Fitzpatrick (Republican)Lori Trahan (Democratic)

Judiciary Committee, Energy and Commerce Committee

Health

Related Bills

  • SRES 119-186: A resolution supporting the mission and goals of National Fentanyl Awareness Day in 2025, including increasing individual and public awareness of the impact of fake or counterfeit fentanyl pills on families and young people.
  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
Commemorative events and holidaysDrug, alcohol, tobacco useDrug trafficking and controlled substances