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SRES 866 United States Senate · 119th Congress

A resolution supporting the designation of October 2026 as "Substance Use & Misuse Prevention Month" to raise awareness of substance use and misuse in the United States.

This Senate resolution supports designating October 2026 as "Substance Use & Misuse Prevention Month" to increase public awareness of drug and alcohol issues in the United States. The bill cites statistics from 2025 regarding binge drinking, illicit drug use, and the number of individuals with substance use disorders or currently in recovery. It expresses support for effective prevention programs and initiatives aimed at reducing the impact of the drug addiction and overdose epidemic.
Issues: ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeThe bill supports awareness and prevention programs for substance use, which can indirectly relate to criminal justice by reducing drug-related crimes and recidivism, aligning with reform goals.55% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareThe bill supports designating a month for substance use and misuse prevention, directly aligning with public health programs and increasing awareness of health issues.95% confidence
Sub-Topics: Substance Abuse Public Health Drug Policy
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Sep 2026
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Introduced Sep 17, 2026 Last action Sep 17, 2026
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Sep 17, 2026
Committee
Referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text: CR S4802)
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Sep 17, 2026
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1 primary · 1 co-sponsor

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Photo of Pete Ricketts
Pete Ricketts
RRepublican
NE
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Photo of Adam B. Schiff
Adam B. Schiff
DDemocratic
CA
n/a