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Strengthening Drug Fight: New Tools and Penalties

This act aims to enhance government efforts in combating illicit drug trafficking, including fentanyl. It introduces new drug detection tools, improves inter-agency and private sector cooperation, and increases penalties for hindering border controls. Citizens may experience enhanced border security and more effective action against drug-related crime.
Key points
Increased investment in research and development of tools for detecting fentanyl and other illicit drugs.
Strengthening cooperation between the government and shipping, chemical, and pharmaceutical industries for early drug detection.
Allowing U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers to conduct operations and support authorities in other countries to combat smuggling.
Introducing new penalties for knowingly destroying or evading border controls and for monitoring officers to facilitate crimes.
Improving drug seizure data collection for more effective operational planning.
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Print number: 117_HR_9050
Sponsor: Rep. Flores, Mayra [R-TX-34]
Process start date: 2022-09-29
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Enhancing DHS Drug Seizures Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_9050.

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 2022-09-29.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Increased investment in research and development of tools for detecting fentanyl and other illicit drugs.
  • Strengthening cooperation between the government and shipping, chemical, and pharmaceutical industries for early drug detection.
  • Allowing U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers to conduct operations and support authorities in other countries to combat smuggling.
  • Introducing new penalties for knowingly destroying or evading border controls and for monitoring officers to facilitate crimes.
  • Improving drug seizure data collection for more effective operational planning.
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. Flores, Mayra [R-TX-34].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Immigration and Citizenship.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

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