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Introduced

In Committee

3

Passed One Chamber

4

Passed Both

5

Signed into Law

Sponsor

David J. Taylor

Republican · OH · Representative

Votes with party: 98.0% (608 recorded votes)

Full profile: /officials/T000490

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Cosponsors (39)

Members who have signed on to support this bill since introduction. Source: Congress.gov.

Latest Action

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Referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary, 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.

2025-04-17

Source: Congress.gov

Committee Activity

Currently in

House Committee on Oversight and Government ReformReferred To · 2025-04-17
House Committee on the JudiciaryReferred To · 2025-04-17

Plain-English Summary

This bill aims to strengthen law enforcement efforts against fentanyl trafficking and distribution by likely increasing penalties for fentanyl-related crimes, improving coordination between federal agencies, and possibly expanding resources for drug enforcement operations. It would affect drug traffickers, law enforcement agencies, and communities struggling with opioid addiction. The bill has been sent to two House committees for review before moving forward.

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Subjects

Crime and Law Enforcement

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