Supporting the goals and ideals of Fentanyl Prevention and Awareness Day.
Summary
H. Res. 617 supports the goals and ideals of Fentanyl Prevention and Awareness Day. It acknowledges the devastating impact of illicit fentanyl use and aims to promote awareness and prevention. The resolution encourages the people of the United States to participate in drug prevention activities and to educate young people about the dangers of fentanyl.
Expected Effects
The resolution's passage would likely increase public awareness of the dangers of illicit fentanyl. It may also encourage individuals to choose drug-free lifestyles and participate in prevention activities. However, the resolution itself does not allocate funding or create new programs.
Potential Benefits
- Increased awareness of the dangers of fentanyl.
- Promotion of drug-free lifestyles.
- Encouragement of community involvement in drug prevention.
- Support for families affected by fentanyl use.
- Potential reduction in fentanyl-related deaths.
Potential Disadvantages
- The resolution is largely symbolic and may not have a significant impact on its own.
- It does not address the root causes of drug addiction.
- It does not provide funding for prevention or treatment programs.
- The resolution relies on voluntary participation, which may limit its effectiveness.
- There are no measurable goals or metrics associated with the resolution.
Constitutional Alignment
The resolution aligns with the general welfare clause of the Constitution, which allows Congress to promote the health and well-being of the population. The Tenth Amendment reserves powers not delegated to the federal government to the states, but this resolution does not infringe on state powers as it is non-binding and does not mandate any specific actions.
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).