The resolution adopted by the Ohio Senate urges the 119th United States Congress to introduce and pass legislation similar to the Stop Our Scourge Act of 2023, which would designate illicit fentanyl as a weapon of mass destruction. The resolution highlights the alarming potency of fentanyl, noting that it is fifty times more potent than heroin and has become the leading cause of death for Americans aged eighteen to forty-five. It emphasizes the complexity of detecting illicit fentanyl, which is often mixed with other drugs, and cites significant statistics regarding overdose deaths and seizures of illicit fentanyl by U.S. Customs and Border Protection.

The resolution also references historical instances that illustrate the dangers of fentanyl, including a tragic event in 2002 where a gas containing fentanyl-related compounds was used in a hostage situation, resulting in numerous fatalities. By urging Congress to take action, the resolution aims to address the growing public health crisis associated with fentanyl and its impact on communities in Ohio and across the nation. The resolution concludes with a directive for the Clerk of the Senate to transmit copies to relevant congressional leaders and the media.