Summary of Bill HR 5713
Bill 118 hr 5713, also known as the Homeland Security Fentanyl Enforcement Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress with the aim of combating the illegal trafficking of fentanyl, a powerful synthetic opioid that has been responsible for a significant number of overdose deaths in the United States.
The bill seeks to enhance the ability of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to detect and prevent the smuggling of fentanyl into the country by increasing resources and funding for border security measures, such as the deployment of additional personnel and technology at ports of entry.
Additionally, the bill includes provisions to strengthen cooperation and information sharing between DHS and other federal agencies, as well as with international partners, in order to better track and disrupt the flow of fentanyl and other illicit drugs across borders.
Furthermore, the bill calls for the establishment of a Fentanyl Detection Task Force within DHS to coordinate efforts to combat fentanyl trafficking and to develop strategies for improving detection and interdiction capabilities.
Overall, the Homeland Security Fentanyl Enforcement Act aims to address the growing threat posed by fentanyl and other synthetic opioids by enhancing the government's ability to prevent their illegal importation and distribution, ultimately working towards reducing the devastating impact of the opioid crisis in the United States.