Designating August 21, 2025, as Fentanyl Prevention and Awareness Day.
Summary
This Senate resolution designates August 21, 2025, as "Fentanyl Prevention and Awareness Day." It aims to raise awareness about the dangers of illicit fentanyl use and to support families affected by fentanyl-related tragedies. The resolution encourages the people of the United States to promote prevention and education, especially among young people.
Expected Effects
The resolution will likely increase public awareness regarding the dangers of fentanyl. It may also encourage community involvement in drug prevention activities. However, the resolution itself does not allocate funding or enact new laws.
Potential Benefits
- Increased awareness of the dangers of fentanyl use.
- Promotion of drug prevention and education, especially among young people.
- Support for families affected by fentanyl-related tragedies.
- Encouragement of healthy, drug-free lifestyles.
- Potential for increased community involvement in drug prevention activities.
Potential Disadvantages
- The resolution itself does not allocate funding or enact new laws to combat the fentanyl crisis.
- The impact may be limited without concrete actions and resources to support prevention and awareness efforts.
- Potential for the day to become a symbolic gesture without significant practical outcomes.
- The resolution does not address the root causes of drug addiction or provide comprehensive solutions to the opioid crisis.
- No direct impact on the supply of illicit fentanyl.
Constitutional Alignment
The resolution aligns with the general welfare clause of the Constitution's preamble, which aims to "promote the general Welfare." While the Constitution does not explicitly address drug prevention, this resolution falls within the scope of promoting public health and safety. The First Amendment protects freedom of speech, and this resolution encourages awareness, which is a form of expression.
Impact Assessment: Things You Care About ⓘ
This action has been evaluated across 19 key areas that matter to you. Scores range from 1 (highly disadvantageous) to 5 (highly beneficial).