arrow_back Back to App

Combating Fentanyl: New Substances Added to Controlled List

This act aims to expand the list of controlled substances to include new fentanyl variants and related substances. This means that possession, production, and distribution of these substances will be subject to severe penalties, intended to limit their availability and combat overdoses. These changes may impact public safety by reducing the threat associated with the illegal trade of these dangerous substances.
Key points
Adds numerous new fentanyl variants and related substances to the list of controlled substances.
All these substances will be treated as Schedule I drugs, meaning the highest level of control and most severe penalties.
The goal is to limit the availability of dangerous substances and reduce the number of overdoses.
article Official text account_balance Process page
Expired
Citizen Poll
No votes cast
Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_2209
Sponsor: Rep. Fitzgerald, Scott [R-WI-5]
Process start date: 2021-03-26
Lustra uses Artificial Intelligence. Verify details in source documents.
Summarized by: gemini-2.5-flash-preview-05-20
Source data: api.congress.gov
AI work logs for this document launch

OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Stopping Overdoses of Fentanyl Analogues Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_2209.

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 2021-03-26.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Adds numerous new fentanyl variants and related substances to the list of controlled substances.
  • All these substances will be treated as Schedule I drugs, meaning the highest level of control and most severe penalties.
  • The goal is to limit the availability of dangerous substances and reduce the number of 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. Fitzgerald, Scott [R-WI-5].

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.

CATEGORIES

Health Courts and Law Security