A resolution designating June 6, 2026, as National Naloxone Awareness Day.

119th Congress Introduced by Michael Bennet and 17 co-sponsors

Designates June 6, 2026 as National Naloxone Awareness Day to raise public awareness and education about naloxone without creating new laws or funding.

Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.

Summary of Bill: SRES 770 (119th Congress)

Purpose and Intent

Designates June 6, 2026, as National Naloxone Awareness Day.

The resolution is a symbolic designation aimed at recognizing the importance of naloxone, an opioid overdose-reversal medication, and raising public awareness about its life-saving potential and proper use.

Key Provisions and Changes

Official designation: The Senate designates a specific day, June 6, 2026, as National Naloxone Awareness Day.

Preamble: The resolution includes a preamble acknowledging the seriousness of the opioid overdose epidemic, the role of naloxone in preventing deaths, and the importance of education and access to naloxone.

Note: As a commemorative resolution, the bill does not create new programs, authorize new federal spending, or impose new statutory requirements. Its primary effect is ceremonial recognition and awareness-raising.

Who or What Would Be Affected

Public awareness and education efforts related to naloxone across state and local governments, healthcare providers, first responders, community organizations, and the general public.

May indirectly influence related discussions, trainings, and outreach programs by federal agencies and non-governmental partners by framing naloxone awareness as a national priority on the designated day.

Procedural and Timeline Features

Introduction/Consideration: The resolution was submitted and considered by the Senate on June 15, 2026. -Action: It was agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by unanimous consent (U.S. Senate), indicating broad bipartisan support for recognizing National Naloxone Awareness Day.

Effective date: The designation applies to June 6, 2026 (the specific date stated in the resolution).

Notable Context and Sponsorship

Co-sponsors include a broad bipartisan group of senators from diverse caucuses, reflecting cross-party support for naloxone awareness and opioid overdose prevention efforts.

The action history indicates a streamlined passage typical for ceremonial resolutions, with unanimous consent and no opposing amendments.

Practical Implications for Stakeholders

Public messaging: Government and partner organizations may issue statements, run awareness campaigns, or coordinate events in observance of National Naloxone Awareness Day.

Education and Training: While not creating requirements, the day may encourage increased education on naloxone use, safety, and access among communities, healthcare providers, and first responders.

Policy Ambiguity: The resolution does not alter federal law or funding; it is symbolic. Any substantive policy or programmatic changes would require separate legislation or agency action.