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Combating Fentanyl: New Rules for Classifying Psychoactive Substances

This legal act aims to tighten regulations on fentanyl-related substances. This means that chemical substances similar to fentanyl will be treated the same way, making it easier to prosecute their illegal production and distribution. This will impact public safety by limiting access to dangerous drugs.
Key points
Chemical substances similar to fentanyl will be added to the list of most controlled drugs (Schedule I).
This change will make it easier for law enforcement to combat illegal trafficking of fentanyl derivatives.
The goal is to protect public health and reduce fentanyl-related overdoses.
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Print number: 117_HR_1910
Sponsor: Rep. Chabot, Steve [R-OH-1]
Process start date: 2021-03-16
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Federal Initiative To Guarantee Health by Targeting Fentanyl Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_1910.

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 2021-03-16.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Chemical substances similar to fentanyl will be added to the list of most controlled drugs (Schedule I).
  • This change will make it easier for law enforcement to combat illegal trafficking of fentanyl derivatives.
  • The goal is to protect public health and reduce fentanyl-related overdoses.
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. Chabot, Steve [R-OH-1].

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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