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Expanded Powers for Homeland Security in Drug Enforcement

This new law grants expanded powers to Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) agents to combat drug smuggling, including fentanyl. The aim is to streamline efforts against transnational criminal organizations. The act also mandates a review of cooperation between HSI and the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) to prevent overlapping operations.
Key points
Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) agents are temporarily granted powers to perform drug enforcement functions, strengthening efforts against smuggling.
The act requires a review and report on the coordination between HSI and DEA to ensure effective cooperation and avoid duplicate investigations.
These changes aim to enhance public safety by more effectively combating illegal drug trafficking, including fentanyl.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_5713
Sponsor: Rep. Higgins, Clay [R-LA-3]
Process start date: 2023-09-26
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Homeland Security Fentanyl Enforcement Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_5713.

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 2023-09-26.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) agents are temporarily granted powers to perform drug enforcement functions, strengthening efforts against smuggling.
  • The act requires a review and report on the coordination between HSI and DEA to ensure effective cooperation and avoid duplicate investigations.
  • These changes aim to enhance public safety by more effectively combating illegal drug trafficking, including fentanyl.
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. Higgins, Clay [R-LA-3].

What is the latest detailed status?

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

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

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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