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Combating Illicit Xylazine Act
7/22/2026, 8:08 AM
Summary of Bill HR 1266
Bill 119 HR 1266, also known as the "Xylazine Prohibition Act," aims to restrict the use of xylazine for certain purposes. Xylazine is a sedative commonly used in veterinary medicine, but it has also been misused as a recreational drug and in criminal activities.
The bill prohibits the use of xylazine for non-medical purposes, such as in the production or distribution of illicit drugs. It also prohibits the use of xylazine in any form of animal fighting, including cockfighting and dogfighting.
Additionally, the bill includes provisions for increased penalties for individuals found in violation of the xylazine prohibition. This includes fines and potential imprisonment for those caught using xylazine for illegal purposes. Overall, the Xylazine Prohibition Act seeks to address the misuse of xylazine and protect both animals and communities from the harmful effects of its misuse.
The bill prohibits the use of xylazine for non-medical purposes, such as in the production or distribution of illicit drugs. It also prohibits the use of xylazine in any form of animal fighting, including cockfighting and dogfighting.
Additionally, the bill includes provisions for increased penalties for individuals found in violation of the xylazine prohibition. This includes fines and potential imprisonment for those caught using xylazine for illegal purposes. Overall, the Xylazine Prohibition Act seeks to address the misuse of xylazine and protect both animals and communities from the harmful effects of its misuse.
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Current Status of Bill HR 1266
Bill HR 1266 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 12, 2025. Bill HR 1266 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on February 12, 2025. Bill HR 1266's most recent activity was Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote. as of June 25, 2026
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1266
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
389Democrat Cosponsors
176Republican Cosponsors
213Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1266
Primary Policy Focus
Crime and Law EnforcementPotential Impact Areas
- Congressional oversight
- Consumer affairs
- Criminal procedure and sentencing
- Drug safety, medical device, and laboratory regulation
- Drug trafficking and controlled substances
- Licensing and registrations
- Manufacturing
- U.S. Sentencing Commission
- Veterinary medicine and animal diseases
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 1266
To prohibit certain uses of xylazine, and for other purposes.
To prohibit certain uses of xylazine, and for other purposes.
Comments

Phoebe Vick
1,114
1 year ago
So excited for this! It's about time we put a stop to those harmful uses of xylazine. #HRBill1266 #prohibitxylazine
Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 1266
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