STOP Fentanyl and Xylazine Act

Hozzl · 2025-03-18T14:30:06Z

Explore the details of House Bill 1563 STOP Fentanyl and Xylazine 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.

3/18/2025, 2:30 PM

Summary of Bill HR 1563

Bill 119 HR 1563 aims to amend the Controlled Substances Act to make it clear that possessing, selling, buying, importing, exporting, or transporting drug testing equipment that detects fentanyl or xylazine is not illegal. Fentanyl and xylazine are powerful and potentially dangerous substances, so having access to testing equipment that can detect their presence is crucial for public safety. This bill seeks to ensure that individuals and organizations can use this equipment without fear of legal repercussions. By clarifying the legality of possessing and using drug testing equipment for these specific substances, the bill aims to promote harm reduction and prevent potential overdoses or other negative consequences associated with fentanyl and xylazine use.

Congressional Summary of HR 1563

Safeguarding Testing and Overdose Prevention Against Fentanyl and Xylazine Act or the STOP Fentanyl and Xylazine Act

This bill exempts the possession, sale, purchase, import, export, or transport of equipment that tests for the presence of fentanyl or xylazine from criminal penalties under the Controlled Substances Act.

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Current Status of Bill HR 1563

Bill HR 1563 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 25, 2025. Bill HR 1563 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on February 25, 2025. Bill HR 1563's most recent activity was Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. as of February 25, 2025

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1563

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Crime and Law Enforcement

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 1563

To amend the Controlled Substances Act to clarify that the possession, sale, purchase, importation, exportation, or transportation of drug testing equipment that tests for the presence of fentanyl or xylazine is not unlawful.