END FENTANYL Act

Hozzl · 2024-03-25T14:22:16Z

Explore the details of Senate Bill 206 END FENTANYL Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Crime and Law Enforcement. Stay informed on legislative developments.

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.

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

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 206

Primary Policy Focus

Crime and Law Enforcement

Potential 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

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

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.