The resolution, S. RES. 859, introduced in the Senate, supports designating September 2024 as "National Recovery Month" to promote awareness and education about substance use disorder. It highlights the decrease in fatal drug overdoses in 2023, emphasizing the importance of reducing stigma...
Simple Explanation
In September 2024, the Senate wants everyone to learn about helping people who are recovering from using drugs, so they are calling it "National Recovery Month." It's like when we have special months to celebrate things, but this one is to support people who are getting better from addiction and to show how friends and family can help them.