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Death Penalty for Fentanyl Dealing: New Law Proposed

This bill proposes the death penalty or life imprisonment for individuals who knowingly distribute fentanyl, if such distribution results in death. It aims to toughen penalties for drug-related offenses, potentially impacting public safety and the fight against illicit substance trafficking.
Key points
Introduces the death penalty or life imprisonment for knowingly distributing fentanyl if it leads to death.
Allows for an additional financial fine.
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Additional Information
Death Penalty for Dealing Fentanyl Act of 2023
Print number: HR 1212
Sponsor: Rep. Gosar, Paul A. [R-AZ-9]
Process start date: 2023-02-27