Us Congress 2023-2024 Regular Session

Us Congress Senate Bill SB3701

Introduced
1/31/24  

Caption

FACTS Act Fentanyl Awareness for Children and Teens in Schools Act

Impact

If enacted, SB3701 would result in significant changes to education policy related to substance misuse prevention within schools. It mandates that local and state educational agencies incorporate specific strategies aiming to address the challenges associated with synthetic opioids into their plans. Furthermore, it expands the scope for professional development training for school personnel to detect and intervene in cases of opioid misuse. The bill emphasizes collaboration between education and health sectors to devise effective strategies, thereby directly impacting student health outcomes and educational environments.

Summary

Senate Bill 3701, the Fentanyl Awareness for Children and Teens in Schools Act, aims to establish education partnership programs between public schools and public health agencies. The primary objective is to prevent the misuse of synthetic opioids, including fentanyl, and to tackle the growing crisis of overdose among youth. The bill promotes a multi-faceted approach that involves grant funding for specific educational initiatives and the creation of a task force to improve federal responses to synthetic opioid misuse among students. With a three-year pilot program, the legislation supports the allocation of funds for preventive measures, treatment, and recovery programs targeting secondary school-aged children.

Contention

Some points of discussion surrounding SB3701 involve concerns about the adequacy of funding and resources allocated to combat the opioid crisis effectively within schools. Critics of the bill could argue that while the objectives are noble, the execution will heavily rely on the availability of funds and the efficiency of the task force established under the bill. Additionally, there may be concerns regarding how well-staffed schools will adapt to these new requirements and whether all educational institutions will be equally equipped to meet the new guidelines, particularly those in under-resourced areas. The final success of the bill hinges on careful implementation and the engagement of various stakeholders.

Companion Bills

US HB5625

Related FACTS Act Fentanyl Awareness for Children and Teens in Schools Act

Previously Filed As

US HB5625

FACTS Act Fentanyl Awareness for Children and Teens in Schools Act

US HB3130

FACTS Act Fentanyl Awareness for Children and Teens in Schools Act

US S2818

"Fentanyl and Xylazine Poisoning Awareness Act"; requires school districts to provide instruction on dangers of fentanyl and xylazine.

US SB1785

Stop Fentanyl Overdoses Act of 2023

US HB3375

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

US SB4062

CATCH Fentanyl Act Contraband Awareness Technology Catches Harmful Fentanyl Act

US SM7

"fentanyl Poisoning Awareness Week"

US SR692

A resolution supporting the mission and goals of National Fentanyl Awareness Day in 2024, including increasing individual and public awareness of the impact of fake or counterfeit fentanyl pills on families and young people.

US HB3908

Relating to fentanyl abuse prevention and drug poisoning awareness education in public schools.

US HB1326

Fentanyl Accountability And Prevention

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