Congress·In Committee·H.Res. 1503

Supporting the goals of Overdose Awareness Day and strengthening efforts to combat the opioid crisis in the United States.

Overdose Awareness Day: Recognition and Support

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This bill was sent to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce on August 31, 2026. It has not moved since that date, and the committee must review it before it can proceed further. Most bills do not receive a committee vote, so this proposal is currently stalled.

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This is a bipartisan, non-controversial resolution that recognizes a public health issue without spending new money.

Key Points

This resolution officially recognizes Overdose Awareness Day in the United States to honor those lost to drug overdoses.
It points out that early data shows nearly 70,000 Americans died from drug overdoses in 2025, affecting people of all backgrounds and ages.
The House of Representatives pledges to work on bipartisan laws that reduce the shame around addiction and treat it as a health issue.
The goal is to improve how the country handles prevention, treatment, and recovery by working with local governments, doctors, and nonprofits.

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Milestones

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Aug 31, 2026House

Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

Aug 31, 2026House

Submitted in House

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Source Information

Document Type

Congressional Bill

Official Title

Supporting the goals of Overdose Awareness Day and strengthening efforts to combat the opioid crisis in the United States.

Bill NumberHRES 1503

Congress119th Congress

ChamberHouse of Representatives

Latest ActionReferred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

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D: 1R: 1

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