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Stricter Penalties for Illegal Possession of Counterfeit Drug Molds.

New legislation aims to combat the production of dangerous counterfeit drugs. The act introduces severe prison sentences and fines for possessing tools used to manufacture fake substances like pills or capsules. This is intended to enhance public safety by limiting access to illegal and potentially harmful substances.
Key points
Possessing pill press molds with intent to distribute counterfeit Schedule I or II substances will result in up to 20 years in prison and a substantial fine.
Sentencing guidelines will be updated to impose harsher penalties for individuals involved in illegal substance manufacturing using such molds.
The goal is to protect public health by making it harder to produce and spread dangerous, fake substances.
The law specifically targets substances listed in Schedule I or II, which are considered the most addictive and dangerous.
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Print number: 117_HR_1303
Sponsor: Rep. Kustoff, David [R-TN-8]
Process start date: 2021-02-24
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Criminalizing Abused Substance Templates Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_1303.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-02-24.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Possessing pill press molds with intent to distribute counterfeit Schedule I or II substances will result in up to 20 years in prison and a substantial fine.
  • Sentencing guidelines will be updated to impose harsher penalties for individuals involved in illegal substance manufacturing using such molds.
  • The goal is to protect public health by making it harder to produce and spread dangerous, fake substances.
  • The law specifically targets substances listed in Schedule I or II, which are considered the most addictive and dangerous.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Kustoff, David [R-TN-8].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-27.

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