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Fentanyl Fight: Law Enforcement Boost, Sanctions, and Public Diplomacy

This act aims to curb the flow of fentanyl into the United States by strengthening cooperation with Mexico in combating drug crime. It introduces new financial and visa sanctions for individuals and organizations involved in fentanyl trafficking, as well as public campaigns to undermine cartels. Citizens may experience improved public safety due to reduced availability of illegal substances.
Key points
Financial and training support for Mexican law enforcement to more effectively intercept fentanyl and its components.
Public campaigns in Mexico and the US designed to discourage cartel recruitment and weaken their image.
Potential for financial sanctions and US entry bans for banks, money transmitting businesses, and criminal organizations involved in fentanyl trafficking.
International efforts to classify fentanyl as a chemical weapon, facilitating global efforts against it.
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Print number: 118_HR_3205
Sponsor: Rep. McCaul, Michael T. [R-TX-10]
Process start date: 2023-05-11