A resolution designating August 21, 2026, as “Fentanyl Prevention and Awareness Day”.
Latest action (7 Aug 2026): Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
What this bill does
Fentanyl Prevention and Awareness Day (S.Res. 846) is a Senate resolution designating August 21, 2026, as a commemorative day drawing attention to fentanyl-related harms. As a simple resolution, it does not carry the force of law, does not create new programs or spending, and does not amend any statute — its function is symbolic recognition rather than binding policy.
The designation is directed at the general public and, implicitly, at communities and institutions affected by fentanyl, since awareness-day resolutions typically aim to spotlight an issue rather than impose obligations on any specific group. The material provided does not specify further details about outreach, sponsors, or activities tied to the day, so no additional effects can be described.
The resolution was introduced by Senator Chuck Grassley (R-IA) on August 7, 2026, and was agreed to that same day in the Senate by unanimous consent, with a preamble and without amendment. Because simple resolutions apply only to the chamber that passes them and do not go to the House, the President, or require further votes, this action completed the resolution's legislative process — there are no further steps remaining.
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Official summary
This simple resolution was agreed to on August 7, 2026. That is the end of the legislative process for a simple resolution.
Timeline
7 Aug 2026
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
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