Fentanyl Crisis Research and Evaluation Act
3/8/2024, 3:30 PMSummary of Bill HR 5237
Bill 118 HR 5237, also known as the Fentanyl Crisis Research and Evaluation Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress aimed at addressing the growing crisis surrounding the use and distribution of the synthetic opioid fentanyl.The bill proposes to allocate funding for research and evaluation of the fentanyl crisis, with a focus on understanding the causes of the crisis, identifying effective prevention and treatment strategies, and evaluating the impact of current policies and programs.
Additionally, the bill seeks to enhance coordination and collaboration among federal, state, and local agencies involved in combating the fentanyl crisis, in order to improve the effectiveness of efforts to address the issue. Overall, the Fentanyl Crisis Research and Evaluation Act aims to provide a comprehensive and evidence-based approach to addressing the fentanyl crisis, with the ultimate goal of reducing the harm caused by this dangerous drug.
Congressional Summary of HR 5237
Fentanyl Crisis Research and Evaluation Act
This bill requires the Government Accountability Office to report on the fentanyl crisis, including with respect to the effects on government programs and finances.
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Current Status of Bill HR 5237
Bill HR 5237 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since August 18, 2023. Bill HR 5237 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on August 18, 2023. Bill HR 5237's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. as of August 25, 2023Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 5237
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
4Democrat Cosponsors
2Republican Cosponsors
2Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 5237
Primary Policy Focus
HealthPotential Impact Areas
Congressional oversightDrug trafficking and controlled substancesGovernment information and archivesSocial WelfareAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 5237
Fentanyl Crisis Research and Evaluation ActFentanyl Crisis Research and Evaluation ActTo require the Comptroller General of the United States to submit a report on the effects of the fentanyl crisis, and for other purposes.Comments
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