Fentanyl Combat Act: Sanctions on China and enhanced cooperation with Mexico.
This law aims to curb the flow of deadly fentanyl and its precursor chemicals by strengthening law enforcement cooperation with Mexico and enhancing border control efforts. It authorizes the imposition of severe financial and visa sanctions against individuals and entities in China contributing to the international drug trade. The ultimate goal is to improve public safety and reduce overdose deaths across the nation.
Key points
Increased cooperation with Mexico to intercept fentanyl precursors, prosecute criminal organizations, and reduce the smuggling of illegal firearms and cash from the U.S.
The President gains authority to impose sanctions (asset freezes, visa bans) on Chinese persons and entities involved in the global proliferation of illicit drugs.
Authorization of hundreds of millions of dollars to strengthen counter-narcotics efforts in Mexico and for U.S. border agencies to interdict outbound gun and cash smuggling.
Expired
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