To amend the 21st Century Cures Act to expressly authorize the use of certain grants to implement substance use disorder and overdose prevention activities with respect to fentanyl and xylazine test strips.

Bill 119 HR 1562 seeks to amend the 21st Century Cures Act to allow for the use of certain grants to fund substance use disorder and overdose prevention activities specifically related to fentanyl and xylazine test strips. These test strips are used to detect the presence of these dangerous substances in drugs, helping individuals make more informed decisions about their drug use and potentially preventing overdoses.

The bill aims to address the growing opioid crisis in the United States by providing funding for programs that focus on harm reduction strategies, such as the distribution of test strips. By explicitly authorizing the use of grants for these activities, the bill aims to increase access to these potentially life-saving tools and support efforts to combat the devastating impact of fentanyl and xylazine on communities across the country.

Overall, Bill 119 HR 1562 represents a targeted and proactive approach to addressing the opioid crisis by supporting evidence-based harm reduction strategies and providing resources to help prevent overdoses related to fentanyl and xylazine.