Addison McDowell (R-NC)
Supporting the goals and ideals of Red Ribbon Week during the period of October 23 through October 31, 2026.
A Republican resolution with 3 Republican cosponsors · See all 3 cosponsors
Last activity — Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
In committee
Introduced and handed to a committee in the chamber it started in.
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Its path through Congress
- Introduced
- In Committee
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What this bill would do
This resolution supports the goals and ideals of Red Ribbon Week, which is celebrated from October 23 through October 31, 2026. It honors the memory of Drug Enforcement Administration Special Agent Enrique ``Kiki'' Camarena, who was murdered in the line of duty in 1985 while fighting illicit drugs. The text highlights the ongoing dangers of drug overdoses, synthetic opioids like fentanyl, and other dangerous substances in the United States. It encourages children, teens, and all individuals to choose drug-free lives and participate in prevention activities. Finally, the resolution asks the people of the United States to wear red ribbons, light up buildings, and promote drug-free communities.
Yes· 3 of 4
- Scored +3
Does this do more about addiction and overdose deaths?
The resolution supports Red Ribbon Week, drug prevention education, and awareness campaigns regarding fentanyl and synthetic opioids.
- Scored +2
Does this make health care easier to get in general?
The resolution promotes drug use prevention, safe drug disposal, and awareness initiatives that support overall community health.
- Scored +2
Would children be better off under this?
The resolution encourages children and teens to choose drug-free lives and participate in prevention activities.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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The resolution encourages the people of the United States to safely dispose of unused or expired prescription drugs that can lead to accidental poisoning, overdose, or misuse through the Drug Enforcement Administration's ``Every Day is Take Back Day'' initiative. This could help prevent accidental poisonings and overdoses in homes.
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The text supports the Drug Enforcement Administration's Fentanyl Free America campaign, which educates the public about the dangers of illicit fentanyl, promotes healthy lifestyles, and encourages communities to work together to save lives. This provides educational benefits to the public regarding deadly substances.
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The resolution promotes community-wide support and drug prevention activities, such as wearing red ribbons, lighting up buildings and landmarks, and engaging the public to create drug-free communities as outlined in resolved paragraphs (1) and (3). This fosters community solidarity and awareness around drug prevention.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- The provided text does not contain any specific sections or provisions that outline negative consequences, burdens, or penalties for individuals or groups of people in the United States.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Tap or hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Healthcare
- Does this do more about addiction and overdose deaths? — The resolution supports Red Ribbon Week, drug prevention education, and awareness campaigns regarding fentanyl and synthetic opioids. Does this make health care easier to get in general? — The resolution promotes drug use prevention, safe drug disposal, and awareness initiatives that support overall community health.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Would children be better off under this? — The resolution encourages children and teens to choose drug-free lives and participate in prevention activities. Would people in their twenties and thirties be better off under this? — The resolution promotes drug awareness and prevention programs aimed at young adults facing risks from synthetic opioids.
- 10/22/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 10/19/2026
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- 9/24/2026
- Submitted in House
- Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Randy FineRepublican · Florida
David JoyceRepublican · Ohio
Maria SalazarRepublican · Florida