Stop Fentanyl Border Crossings Act

Hozzl · 2024-02-16T21:08:00Z

Explore the details of Senate Bill 1192 Stop Fentanyl Border Crossings Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Health. Stay informed on legislative developments.

2/16/2024, 9:08 PM

Summary of Bill S 1192

Bill 118 s 1192, 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 has been responsible for a significant number of overdose deaths in the United States in recent years.

The bill proposes several measures to address the issue of fentanyl smuggling, including increasing funding for border security and law enforcement agencies to better detect and intercept fentanyl shipments. It also calls for the implementation of new technologies and strategies to improve border surveillance and intelligence gathering.

Additionally, the Stop Fentanyl Border Crossings Act seeks to enhance cooperation and information sharing between US and Mexican authorities in order to more effectively target and dismantle fentanyl trafficking networks. The bill also includes provisions for increasing penalties for individuals caught smuggling fentanyl across the border. Overall, the Stop Fentanyl Border Crossings Act aims to strengthen border security and law enforcement efforts in order to prevent the flow of fentanyl into the United States and reduce the devastating impact of this dangerous drug on communities across the country.

Congressional Summary of S 1192

Stop Fentanyl Border Crossings Act

This bill authorizes the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to restrict migration and imports from foreign countries to prevent the introduction of illicit drugs into the United States.

Current law authorizes HHS to restrict migration and imports from foreign countries to prevent the introduction of communicable diseases. Under this bill, HHS may also restrict migration and imports from a country if HHS determines that the existence of substantial illicit drug smuggling from that country poses a risk to public health.

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Current Status of Bill S 1192

Bill S 1192 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 19, 2023. Bill S 1192 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on April 19, 2023. Bill S 1192's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (Sponsor introductory remarks on measure: CR S1257) as of April 19, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 1192

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 1192

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Health

Potential Impact Areas

Border security and unlawful immigrationDrug trafficking and controlled substancesTrade restrictions

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 1192

Stop Fentanyl Border Crossings ActStop Fentanyl Border Crossings ActA bill to amend the Public Health Service Act to provide the Secretary of Health and Human Services with the authority to suspend the right to introduce certain persons or property into the United States in the interest of the public health.

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