Combating Fentanyl: New Rules for Chinese Vessels and Companies
This act aims to curb the flow of fentanyl and other synthetic opioids into the United States. It introduces new requirements for Chinese companies and vessels transporting chemicals used to produce these drugs, along with financial penalties for non-compliance. This is intended to enhance public safety by hindering illegal drug trafficking.
Key points
Establishment of mandatory standards for Chinese entities and vessels involved in the production, sale, or shipment of fentanyl precursor chemicals.
Imposition of significant financial penalties on Chinese vessels that fail to comply with the new rules, with escalating penalties for continued non-compliance.
Doubling of penalties for falsifying records to demonstrate compliance.
Funds collected from penalties will be used to enforce drug trafficking and trade fraud laws.
The U.S. President will regularly report to Congress on the implementation and enforcement status of this act.
Expired
Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_10451
Sponsor: Rep. Dunn, Neal P. [R-FL-2]
Process start date: 2024-12-17