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Authorization for Military Force Against Fentanyl Trafficking Cartels

This act authorizes the U.S. President to use military force outside the United States against organizations and individuals involved in trafficking fentanyl and related substances into the country. The aim is to curb the flow of dangerous drugs and enhance public safety, especially given the rising number of fentanyl-related deaths.
Key points
The President can use military force against drug cartels outside U.S. territory that traffic fentanyl.
Specific cartels, such as Sinaloa and Jalisco New Generation, are explicitly named as targets.
The authorization for military force is valid for 5 years from the act's enactment date.
The goal is to reduce fentanyl-related deaths and regional destabilization.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HJRES_18
Sponsor: Rep. Crenshaw, Dan [R-TX-2]
Process start date: 2023-01-12
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

AUMF CARTEL Influence Resolution

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HJRES_18.

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 2023-01-12.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The President can use military force against drug cartels outside U.S. territory that traffic fentanyl.
  • Specific cartels, such as Sinaloa and Jalisco New Generation, are explicitly named as targets.
  • The authorization for military force is valid for 5 years from the act's enactment date.
  • The goal is to reduce fentanyl-related deaths and regional destabilization.
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. Crenshaw, Dan [R-TX-2].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-24.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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