Stop Fentanyl Border Crossings Act
12/15/2023, 3:55 PMSummary of Bill HR 1210
Bill 118 hr 1210, also known as the Stop Fentanyl Border Crossings Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress with the aim of combating the illegal trafficking of fentanyl across the US-Mexico border. Fentanyl is a powerful synthetic opioid that is responsible for a significant portion of overdose deaths in the United States.The bill proposes several measures to address this issue. Firstly, it calls for increased resources and technology to be allocated to border security agencies in order to better detect and intercept fentanyl shipments. This includes the use of advanced screening equipment and personnel training to identify and stop the flow of this dangerous drug.
Additionally, the Stop Fentanyl Border Crossings Act seeks to enhance cooperation and information sharing between US and Mexican law enforcement agencies in order to target and dismantle fentanyl trafficking networks operating across the border. This includes the establishment of joint task forces and intelligence sharing mechanisms to more effectively combat this illicit trade. Furthermore, the bill includes provisions to increase penalties for individuals caught trafficking fentanyl, in order to deter and punish those involved in this deadly trade. This includes harsher sentences for those found guilty of trafficking fentanyl, as well as increased fines and asset forfeiture for those profiting from this illegal activity. Overall, the Stop Fentanyl Border Crossings Act aims to address the growing crisis of fentanyl trafficking across the US-Mexico border by enhancing border security measures, improving cooperation between law enforcement agencies, and increasing penalties for those involved in this illicit trade.
Current Status of Bill HR 1210
Bill HR 1210 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 27, 2023. Bill HR 1210 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on February 27, 2023. Bill HR 1210's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. as of March 10, 2023Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1210
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