FIND Fentanyl Act of 2023

Hozzl · 2024-03-18T21:16:53Z

Explore the details of House Bill 4063 FIND Fentanyl Act of 2023 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Health. Stay informed on legislative developments.

3/18/2024, 9:16 PM

Summary of Bill HR 4063

Bill 118 hr 4063, also known as the FIND Fentanyl Act of 2023, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress with the aim of addressing the growing crisis of fentanyl-related overdoses in the country. The bill seeks to improve the detection and identification of fentanyl, a powerful synthetic opioid that is responsible for a significant portion of overdose deaths in the United States.

The FIND Fentanyl Act of 2023 proposes several key measures to combat the fentanyl crisis. Firstly, it calls for increased funding for research and development of technologies that can quickly and accurately detect the presence of fentanyl in various substances, such as drugs, counterfeit medications, and even in the air. This would help law enforcement agencies, healthcare providers, and other stakeholders to better identify and respond to fentanyl-related threats.

Additionally, the bill aims to enhance coordination and information sharing among federal, state, and local agencies involved in combating the fentanyl crisis. This includes establishing a national database to track fentanyl-related incidents and trends, as well as providing training and resources to frontline responders to effectively address fentanyl overdoses and related emergencies. Overall, the FIND Fentanyl Act of 2023 represents a bipartisan effort to address the devastating impact of fentanyl on communities across the United States. By investing in innovative technologies, improving coordination among agencies, and increasing awareness and preparedness for fentanyl-related incidents, this legislation seeks to save lives and prevent further harm from this deadly drug.

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Current Status of Bill HR 4063

Bill HR 4063 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 13, 2023. Bill HR 4063 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on June 13, 2023. Bill HR 4063's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. as of June 16, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 4063

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 4063

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Health

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Drug safety, medical device, and laboratory regulationDrug trafficking and controlled substancesHealth programs administration and funding

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 4063

FIND Fentanyl Act of 2023To amend the SUPPORT for Patients and Communities Act to reauthorize a pilot program for public health laboratories to detect fentanyl and other synthetic opioids.FIND Fentanyl Act of 2023Federal Interventions and New Detections of Fentanyl Act of 2023

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