STOP Fentanyl Act

Hozzl · 2023-12-15T15:53:35Z

Explore the details of House Bill 335 STOP Fentanyl Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Crime and Law Enforcement. Stay informed on legislative developments.

12/15/2023, 3:53 PM

Summary of Bill HR 335

The STOP Fentanyl Act, also known as Bill 118 hr 335, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to address the growing crisis of fentanyl-related deaths in the United States. Fentanyl is a powerful synthetic opioid that is significantly more potent than other opioids like heroin and morphine, making it extremely dangerous and often deadly.

The STOP Fentanyl Act aims to combat the spread of fentanyl by increasing penalties for the production, distribution, and trafficking of the drug. It also seeks to improve coordination between federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies in order to better track and intercept fentanyl shipments. Additionally, the bill includes provisions for increasing funding for drug treatment and prevention programs, as well as expanding access to naloxone, a medication used to reverse opioid overdoses.

Overall, the STOP Fentanyl Act is a comprehensive piece of legislation designed to address the fentanyl crisis from multiple angles. If passed, it has the potential to save countless lives and reduce the devastating impact of fentanyl on communities across the country.

Current Status of Bill HR 335

Bill HR 335 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 12, 2023. Bill HR 335 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on January 12, 2023. Bill HR 335's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. as of January 20, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 335

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 335

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Crime and Law Enforcement

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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 335

Glenn Grothman

Wisconsin(Republican)

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