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New Law: Fentanyl-Related Substances Added to Controlled Substances List.

This act adds several fentanyl-related substances to the list of controlled substances. This means that possessing, manufacturing, and distributing these substances will be penalized like other illegal drugs. The goal is to combat the opioid crisis and protect public health.
Key points
Many new chemical substances, similar to fentanyl, are now classified as illegal.
These changes aim to reduce the availability of dangerous drugs and combat overdoses.
The provisions take effect one day after enactment, leading to immediate legal consequences.
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Print number: 117_S_1006
Sponsor: Sen. Johnson, Ron [R-WI]
Process start date: 2021-03-25
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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_S_1006.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-03-25.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Many new chemical substances, similar to fentanyl, are now classified as illegal.
  • These changes aim to reduce the availability of dangerous drugs and combat overdoses.
  • The provisions take effect one day after enactment, leading to immediate legal consequences.
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 Sen. Johnson, Ron [R-WI].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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