Us Congress 2023-2024 Regular Session

Us Congress House Bill HB6251

Introduced
11/6/23  
Refer
11/6/23  

Caption

HERO Act Helping Educators Respond to Overdoses Act

Impact

The bill mandates that grant recipients will also develop and implement educational programs focused on drug-use prevention, intervention, and emergency response techniques, including cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). By doing so, the legislation seeks to foster a safer school environment that is prepared to manage drug-related emergencies. Priority for the grants will be given to institutions located in regions experiencing high overdose rates, ensuring that assistance is directed where it is most needed.

Summary

House Bill 6251, titled the 'Helping Educators Respond to Overdoses Act' (HERO Act), aims to confront the issue of opioid overdoses in educational settings by establishing a grant program for schools. Under this program, the Secretary of Health and Human Services, in consultation with the Secretary of Education, will award competitive grants to eligible educational entities for the purchase of approved opioid overdose reversal drugs. The goal is to equip schools with the necessary resources to effectively respond to overdose incidents among students and staff.

Contention

Although support for the bill stems from a collective effort to address the opioid crisis, there may be points of contention regarding funding allocation and the adequacy of training provided to educators on the use of overdose reversal drugs. Critics might argue that while the intention is beneficial, the implementation may vary significantly from one school to another, leading to unequal preparedness across districts. Furthermore, discussions during legislative sessions could touch on broader issues around drug policy and the stigmatization of students dealing with substance use problems.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

US HB6243

ORM Act Overdose Reversal Medication Act

US HB6353

Veterans HOPE Act Veterans Heroin Overdose Prevention Examination Act

US SB690

Overdose RADAR Act Overdose Response Action Data for Actionable Reforms Act

US HB5904

Helping Heroes Act of 2023

US HB3375

STOP Fentanyl Overdoses Act of 2023 Support, Treatment, and Overdoses Prevention of Fentanyl Overdoses Act of 2023

US HB3146

HEROES Act Helping Emergency Responders Overcome Student Debt Act

US HB1902

HERO Act Helping Emergency Responders Overcome Act

US HB4274

HERO Act Helping Emergency Responders Overcome Act

US HB3671

HERO Act Helping Emergency Responders Overcome Act

US SB2699

Opioid RADAR Act Overdose Response Action Data for Actionable Reforms Act

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