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END FENTANYL Act
3/25/2024, 2:22 PM
Summary of Bill S 206
The END FENTANYL Act, also known as Bill 118 s 206, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to address the growing crisis of fentanyl-related deaths in the United States. Fentanyl is a powerful synthetic opioid that is significantly more potent than other opioids, such as heroin or morphine.
The END FENTANYL Act aims to combat the spread of fentanyl by increasing penalties for the production, distribution, and possession of the drug. The bill also seeks to enhance law enforcement efforts to crack down on fentanyl trafficking and hold those responsible for its distribution accountable.
Additionally, the END FENTANYL Act includes provisions to increase funding for drug treatment and prevention programs, as well as support for law enforcement agencies to better equip them to combat the fentanyl crisis. The bill also calls for increased coordination between federal, state, and local agencies to address the issue of fentanyl abuse and overdose deaths. Overall, the END FENTANYL Act is a comprehensive piece of legislation aimed at addressing the fentanyl crisis in the United States through increased penalties, enhanced law enforcement efforts, and increased funding for prevention and treatment programs.
The END FENTANYL Act aims to combat the spread of fentanyl by increasing penalties for the production, distribution, and possession of the drug. The bill also seeks to enhance law enforcement efforts to crack down on fentanyl trafficking and hold those responsible for its distribution accountable.
Additionally, the END FENTANYL Act includes provisions to increase funding for drug treatment and prevention programs, as well as support for law enforcement agencies to better equip them to combat the fentanyl crisis. The bill also calls for increased coordination between federal, state, and local agencies to address the issue of fentanyl abuse and overdose deaths. Overall, the END FENTANYL Act is a comprehensive piece of legislation aimed at addressing the fentanyl crisis in the United States through increased penalties, enhanced law enforcement efforts, and increased funding for prevention and treatment programs.
Congressional Summary of S 206
Eradicating Narcotic Drugs and Formulating Effective New Tools to Address National Yearly Losses of life Act or the END FENTANYL Act
This bill requires U.S. Customs and Border Protection to review and update, as necessary, manuals and policies related to inspections at ports of entry to ensure the uniformity of inspection practices to effectively detect illegal activity along the border, such as the smuggling of drugs and humans.
Current Status of Bill S 206
Bill S 206 is currently in the status of Signed by President since March 18, 2024. Bill S 206 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on February 1, 2023. Bill S 206's most recent activity was Became Public Law No: 118-43. as of March 18, 2024
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 206
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
10Democrat Cosponsors
8Republican Cosponsors
2Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 206
Primary Policy Focus
Crime and Law EnforcementPotential Impact Areas
- Border security and unlawful immigration
- Congressional oversight
- Customs enforcement
- Drug trafficking and controlled substances
- Government information and archives
- Human trafficking
- Smuggling and trafficking
Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 206
END FENTANYL Act
END FENTANYL Act
Eradicating Narcotic Drugs and Formulating Effective New Tools to Address National Yearly Losses of life Act
Eradicating Narcotic Drugs and Formulating Effective New Tools to Address National Yearly Losses of life Act
END FENTANYL Act
Eradicating Narcotic Drugs and Formulating Effective New Tools to Address National Yearly Losses of life Act
END FENTANYL Act
Eradicating Narcotic Drugs and Formulating Effective New Tools to Address National Yearly Losses of life Act
Eradicating Narcotic Drugs and Formulating Effective New Tools to Address National Yearly Losses of life Act
END FENTANYL Act
END FENTANYL Act
A bill to require the Commissioner of U.S. Customs and Border Protection to regularly review and update policies and manuals related to inspections at ports of entry.
A bill to require the Commissioner of U.S. Customs and Border Protection to regularly review and update policies and manuals related to inspections at ports of entry.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 206
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