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Jalisco Cartel Neutralization Act

2/24/2024, 5:14 AM

Summary of Bill S 3782

Bill 118 s 3782, also known as the Jalisco Cartel Neutralization Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress aimed at combating the activities of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG), one of Mexico's most powerful and violent drug trafficking organizations.

The bill seeks to authorize the US government to take action against the CJNG by imposing sanctions on individuals and entities associated with the cartel, including freezing their assets and prohibiting US citizens from engaging in transactions with them. It also calls for increased cooperation between US and Mexican law enforcement agencies in order to disrupt the cartel's operations and dismantle its criminal network.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions for providing assistance to the Mexican government in their efforts to combat the CJNG, such as training and equipment for law enforcement agencies and support for anti-corruption initiatives. Overall, the Jalisco Cartel Neutralization Act is a comprehensive and proactive approach to addressing the threat posed by the CJNG and other transnational criminal organizations operating in Mexico. It reflects a bipartisan effort to strengthen US-Mexico cooperation in the fight against drug trafficking and organized crime.

Congressional Summary of S 3782

Jalisco Cartel Neutralization Act

This bill requires the Department of Defense to brief Congress periodically on progress made toward capturing or killing the leadership of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel, also known as the Cartel Jalisco Nueva Generación or CJNG.

Current Status of Bill S 3782

Bill S 3782 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 8, 2024. Bill S 3782 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on February 8, 2024.  Bill S 3782's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services. as of February 8, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 3782

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

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 3782

Primary Policy Focus

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 3782

Jalisco Cartel Neutralization Act
Jalisco Cartel Neutralization Act
A bill to require regular briefings on efforts to capture or kill the leadership of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel.
A bill to require regular briefings on efforts to capture or kill the leadership of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel.

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