Bills · HRES 834
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House Res.HRES 834Commemorative events and holidaysDrug, alcohol, tobacco use
Supporting the goals and ideals of Red Ribbon Week during the period of October 23 through October 31, 2025.
INTRO OCT 28· LAST ACTION OCT 28
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenVoters should care about this bill because it highlights the continued national concern over drug abuse and the opioid crisis, which leads to tens of thousands of deaths each year. While it doesn't enact new laws, it serves as a public declaration from a branch of Congress, drawing attention to a critical public health issue and validating community-level efforts to combat it.
If this resolution passes, it provides a symbolic boost to existing drug prevention campaigns like Red Ribbon Week, potentially encouraging more participation and dialogue about drug-free choices. If it doesn't pass, it simply means the House of Representatives hasn't formally endorsed these specific goals and ideals, though drug prevention efforts would continue independently.
KEY PROVISIONS
5AI-extractedPROVISION 01
The House of Representatives officially supports the goals and ideals of Red Ribbon Week.
This formal endorsement from Congress lends credibility and visibility to the national drug prevention campaign.
PROVISION 02
It encourages people across the United States to wear and display red ribbons to symbolize drug-free lifestyles.
This promotes widespread visible commitment to drug prevention and raises awareness during Red Ribbon Week.
PROVISION 03
It encourages lighting up buildings and landmarks to send a drug-free message.
This provision aims to create a broad public visual display of support for drug prevention.
PROVISION 04
It encourages children, teens, and other individuals to choose to live drug-free lives.
This directly targets the core audience for drug prevention messages and promotes healthy choices.
PROVISION 05
It encourages promoting drug-free communities and participating in drug use prevention activities.
This calls for active community involvement and collective action against drug abuse.
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R· Texas
YRS IN OFFICE
5
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4
ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSOCT 28
Submitted in House
OCT 28
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Resolution
NumberHRES 834
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedOct 28, 2025
Last actionOct 28, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · ENERGY AND COMMERCE COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED OCT 28, 2025
House Res.HRES 834Commemorative events and holidaysDrug, alcohol, tobacco use
Supporting the goals and ideals of Red Ribbon Week during the period of October 23 through October 31, 2025.
INTRODUCED OCT 28, 2025· LAST ACTION OCT 28, 2025
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