Detecting Illicit Drugs: New Methods and Research for Public Safety
This act aims to enhance the government's ability to detect and analyze dangerous substances like xylazine and novel synthetic opioids. By improving identification methods, authorities can respond more quickly to these threats, thereby increasing public safety and more effectively combating drug-related issues, ultimately protecting citizens' health.
Key points
Support for scientific research into new methods for detecting and analyzing dangerous substances, including xylazine and synthetic opioids.
Development of technologies for faster drug and psychoactive substance detection, aiding quicker response from authorities.
Collaboration between government agencies, universities, and the private sector to improve drug detection capabilities.
A study will be conducted to assess the government's capacity to respond to threats from new psychoactive substances.
2023-05-11
For
425
Against
0
Abstain
0
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_1734
Sponsor: Rep. Collins, Mike [R-GA-10]
Process start date: 2023-03-23
Voting date: 2023-05-11
Meeting no: 1
Voting no: 212