Joint Task Force to Combat Opioid Trafficking Act

Joint Task Force to Combat Opioid Trafficking Act

This bill authorizes the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to establish a joint task force to enhance border security operations to disrupt and prevent narcotics from entering the United States.

DHS must report to Congress as to whether it will establish such a task force. If such a task force is established, DHS must periodically report to Congress on issues such as what additional resources are needed to detect and prevent narcotics from entering the United States.

The bill also authorizes DHS joint task forces to engage with and receive assistance from outside DHS, including private sector organizations and federal, state, local, tribal, territorial, or international entities.

Bill 118 HR 3658, also known as the Joint Task Force to Combat Opioid Trafficking Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress with the aim of addressing the ongoing opioid crisis in the country. The bill proposes the creation of a joint task force comprised of various federal agencies, including the Department of Justice, Department of Homeland Security, and the Drug Enforcement Administration, among others.

The primary goal of this task force is to coordinate efforts to combat the trafficking of opioids, which has been a major contributing factor to the widespread availability and abuse of these dangerous drugs. By bringing together the resources and expertise of multiple agencies, the task force aims to improve information sharing, enhance enforcement efforts, and ultimately reduce the flow of illicit opioids into communities across the country.

In addition to establishing the joint task force, the bill also includes provisions for increased training and support for law enforcement personnel involved in combating opioid trafficking. This includes funding for specialized training programs, equipment, and technology to aid in the detection and interdiction of illegal opioid shipments. Overall, the Joint Task Force to Combat Opioid Trafficking Act represents a bipartisan effort to address a critical public health and safety issue facing the nation. By promoting collaboration and coordination among federal agencies, the bill seeks to strengthen the government's response to the opioid crisis and protect communities from the devastating impact of opioid abuse.