Stop Pills That Kill Act: Combating Counterfeit Fentanyl and Methamphetamine Pills.
This Act aims to intensify the fight against the illegal trafficking of counterfeit substances containing fentanyl or methamphetamine, often disguised as other medications. It introduces new legal definitions for these counterfeit substances and expands the list of prohibited acts under the Controlled Substances Act. Citizens can expect increased law enforcement efforts, public education, and annual reports to Congress on seizures and prosecutions related to these dangerous pills, enhancing public safety.
Key points
Expanded Prohibited Acts: Introduces new legal provisions explicitly banning the trafficking of counterfeit substances containing fentanyl, its analogues, or methamphetamine, making prosecution easier.
DEA Action Plan: The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) must establish a comprehensive operational and educational plan to combat counterfeit pills, including increased investigative efforts and prevention campaigns targeting youth.
Increased Transparency: Requires annual reports to Congress with detailed data on the number of counterfeit substances seized, charges filed, and convictions, ensuring public oversight of enforcement effectiveness.
Public Safety Focus: The goal is to limit the spread of deadly counterfeit pills, which pose a severe threat to citizens' health and lives.
Expired
Additional Information
Print number: 118_S_1475
Sponsor: Sen. Grassley, Chuck [R-IA]
Process start date: 2023-05-09