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Ketamine Restriction Act

12/30/2022, 5:47 PM

Summary of Bill HR 3876

Bill 117 HR 3876, also known as the Ketamine Restriction Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to restrict the use of ketamine, a powerful anesthetic and sedative, in non-medical settings.

The bill aims to address concerns about the misuse and abuse of ketamine, particularly in the context of its use as a recreational drug. It seeks to limit access to ketamine by placing restrictions on its distribution and use outside of medical settings.

If passed, the Ketamine Restriction Act would impose stricter regulations on the prescribing and dispensing of ketamine, as well as increase penalties for those found to be in violation of these regulations. The bill also includes provisions for increased monitoring and reporting of ketamine use, in order to better track and prevent its misuse. Overall, the Ketamine Restriction Act represents a concerted effort by lawmakers to address the growing concerns surrounding the misuse of ketamine and to protect public health and safety. It is currently under review in Congress, and its fate will be determined by the outcome of the legislative process.

Congressional Summary of HR 3876

Ketamine Restriction Act

This bill restricts the administration of ketamine to individuals during arrests and detentions.

Specifically, the bill prohibits the administration of ketamine to an individual during an arrest or detention for a federal offense other than in a hospital for medical purposes.

Additionally, a state or local government must have in place a law or policy prohibiting the administration of ketamine to an individual during an arrest or detention other than in a hospital for medical purposes as a condition of receiving grant funds under the Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant program and the Community Oriented Policing Services program.

Current Status of Bill HR 3876

Bill HR 3876 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 14, 2021. Bill HR 3876 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on June 14, 2021.  Bill HR 3876's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security. as of November 1, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 3876

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
38
Democrat Cosponsors
38
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 3876

Primary Policy Focus

Crime and Law Enforcement

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 3876

Ketamine Restriction Act
To ban the use of ketamine during arrest and detention other than in a hospital, and for other purposes.
Ketamine Restriction Act

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