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Boosting DOJ Cyber Staff to Fight Online Fentanyl Trafficking.

This bill aims to enhance public safety by strengthening the government's ability to combat illegal fentanyl trafficking conducted online. It authorizes special incentive pay for Department of Justice employees with advanced cyber skills to attract and retain talent focused on detecting and prosecuting online drug crimes. While not directly changing citizen rights, the measure seeks to improve law enforcement effectiveness against dangerous narcotics.
Key points
Establishes incentive pay (up to 25% of basic salary) for IT and cybersecurity specialists within the Department of Justice (DOJ).
The goal is to recruit experts specifically for detecting, preventing, and prosecuting fentanyl trafficking conducted via the internet.
This incentive pay counts toward retirement calculations, making these specialized positions more competitive.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_S_1175
Sponsor: Sen. Klobuchar, Amy [D-MN]
Process start date: 2023-04-18
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Combating Online Fentanyl Trafficking Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_1175.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-04-18.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Establishes incentive pay (up to 25% of basic salary) for IT and cybersecurity specialists within the Department of Justice (DOJ).
  • The goal is to recruit experts specifically for detecting, preventing, and prosecuting fentanyl trafficking conducted via the internet.
  • This incentive pay counts toward retirement calculations, making these specialized positions more competitive.
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 Sen. Klobuchar, Amy [D-MN].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-26.

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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