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Fentanyl as a Weapon of Mass Destruction: New Approach to Drug Combat.

This House Resolution proposes classifying fentanyl and related substances as weapons of mass destruction. The aim is to strengthen the fight against illicit trafficking of these substances, which are a leading cause of opioid overdose deaths in the U.S. This classification could lead to increased government resources and actions to protect citizens from this threat.
Key points
Proposal to classify fentanyl as a weapon of mass destruction, potentially changing how its illicit circulation is combated.
Identification of China, Mexico, and India as primary sources of illicit fentanyl and its precursors.
Highlighting fentanyl's lethality – one kilogram can kill half a million people.
Call for permanent placement of fentanyl on Schedule I of controlled substances, indicating highest risk.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HRES_39
Sponsor: Rep. Dunn, Neal P. [R-FL-2]
Process start date: 2023-01-17
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that illicit fentanyl-related substances are a weapon of mass destruction and should be classified as such.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HRES_39.

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 2023-01-17.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Proposal to classify fentanyl as a weapon of mass destruction, potentially changing how its illicit circulation is combated.
  • Identification of China, Mexico, and India as primary sources of illicit fentanyl and its precursors.
  • Highlighting fentanyl's lethality – one kilogram can kill half a million people.
  • Call for permanent placement of fentanyl on Schedule I of controlled substances, indicating highest risk.
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. Dunn, Neal P. [R-FL-2].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

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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