Tucker Charles Roe, poisoned by Fentanyl (Mar. 11 2002 – Sep. 23, 2021), the son of TXAF.org Founder Stefanie Turner
We must move from a general awareness of fentanyl and its dangers to a knowledge. The only way to accomplish this is through education. Texas Against Fentanyl is a thought leader in driving this information and we will not back down. Human lives are on the line, many of them not even given the opportunity to grow into an adult.
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It Starts with Knowledge
What They’ll Learn, Will Save Their Lives.
Curriculum Includes:
- Classroom discussions and case studies.
- Guest speakers from healthcare and law enforcement professionals.
- Assessments of knowledge and skills.
- Emphasis on safety and responsibility.
Tucker’s Law • Signed & Passed
FENTANYL
CURRICULUM:
preventing harm & saving lives
Why this Matters
The Fentanyl epidemic is a growing public health crisis that is affecting communities across the U.S. In 2021 there were 70,601 deaths reported due to Fentanyl overdoses. Fentanyl is a powerful synthetic opioid that is made illegally and similar to morphine but is 50 to 100 times more potent.
“Today [May 9, 2023] the House passed out HB 3908, Tucker’s Law, to help ensure our kids are education about the dangers of fentanyl. This was brought to us by Tucker’s mother, Stefanie Turner, who was with us at the Capitol today. I want to thank her, and the Williamson County Sheriff’s Office, for all the work done so far on this issue and for what will be done in the future to protect children from illegal and dangerous drugs in our community.”
The Tucker Project Goals
Make a radical impact and save lives
By aligning a Fentanyl curriculum to state health education standards, teachers can more easily integrate it into their lesson plans and ensure that it meets the relevant learning objectives and criteria for effective health education.
Students will receive the knowledge and skills they need to bring awareness, prevent harm, and promote public health in the face of the Fentanyl epidemic.
The Tucker Project Will:
Educate students and communities about the dangers of Fentanyl
Help participants identify the risks and harms associated with Fentanyl use
Instruct how to respond in the event of an overdose
Point out signs of Fentanyl use
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tucker's Law?
House Bill 3908, also known as Tucker’s Law, is a law passed during the 88th legislative session, which mandates education on drug poisoning awareness and fentanyl abuse prevention in public schools across Texas. Tucker’s Law also required the State Governor to designate a “Fentanyl Poisoning Awareness Week” in Texas, the first of which was held October 15 through October 21, 2023.
What is the Tucker Project?
The Tucker Project is an initiative established by Texas Against Fentanyl to produce and provide a fentanyl education curriculum, for use both within the state of Texas and across the nation. Texas Against Fentanyl (TXAF.org) is actively engaged in getting that fentanyl curriculum made, in partnership with a leading national textbook publisher.
Who’s Tucker?
Tucker’s Law and the Tucker Project are named in honor of Tucker Charles Roe (Mar. 11 2002 – Sep. 23, 2021), the son of TXAF.org Founder Stefanie Turner.
When was Tucker’s Law passed?
Tucker’s Law passed the House of Representatives on May 9, 2023. Governor Greg Abbott signed the Bill into law on June 14, 2023.
Is the Tucker Project only for Texas?
No, other states can and have already adopted the Tucker Project, and we strongly encourage more to do the same. Texas Against Fentanyl and the Tucker Project can assist State Representatives and others in doing so.