Joint Task Force to Counter Illicit Synthetic Narcotics Act of 2025

Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committees on Financial Services, Foreign Affairs, and Intelligence (Permanent Select), for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.

Bill 119 HR 2024, also known as the Joint Task Force to Counter the Illicit Synthetic Narcotics Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to establish a Joint Task Force that will specifically focus on combating the production and distribution of illicit synthetic narcotics.

The bill outlines the responsibilities of the Joint Task Force, which include coordinating efforts between federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies to target and dismantle criminal organizations involved in the production and distribution of synthetic narcotics. The Task Force will also work to enhance information sharing and intelligence gathering to better track and disrupt the flow of these dangerous substances.

Additionally, the bill calls for increased resources and funding to support the Task Force's operations, including the hiring of additional personnel and the implementation of new technologies to aid in their efforts. The Task Force will also be required to submit regular reports to Congress on their progress and any challenges they may face in carrying out their mission. Overall, Bill 119 HR 2024 aims to address the growing threat of illicit synthetic narcotics in the United States by establishing a dedicated Task Force to coordinate and enhance efforts to combat this issue.