House Bill 617, also known as "Tucker's Law," aims to raise awareness about fentanyl poisoning in Tennessee public schools by designating October as "Fentanyl Poisoning Awareness Month." The bill mandates that local education agencies (LEAs) and public charter schools provide age-appropriate, research-based instruction on fentanyl abuse prevention and drug poisoning awareness for students in grades six through twelve. This instruction must cover topics such as suicide prevention, fentanyl addiction prevention, awareness of local resources, and general health education regarding substance use and abuse.

Additionally, the bill allows for the instruction to be delivered by various entities, including public or private institutions of higher education, libraries, community service organizations, religious organizations, local public health agencies, or organizations employing mental health professionals. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, emphasizing the importance of educating students about the dangers of fentanyl and promoting drug poisoning awareness.