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Legalizing Fentanyl and Xylazine Test Strips to Prevent Overdoses.

This new law removes federal legal barriers for possessing and distributing drug testing equipment designed to detect the deadly presence of fentanyl and xylazine. This means these life-saving tools, crucial for preventing accidental overdoses, will no longer be treated as illegal drug paraphernalia. The change aims to enhance public safety and support harm reduction efforts.
Key points
Equipment used to test substances for fentanyl and xylazine is now explicitly legal under federal law.
Possession, sale, and transport of these tests are no longer criminalized under the federal Controlled Substances Act.
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Print number: 118_S_2569
Sponsor: Sen. Cornyn, John [R-TX]
Process start date: 2023-07-27
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Fentanyl Safe Testing and Overdose Prevention Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_2569.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-07-27.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Equipment used to test substances for fentanyl and xylazine is now explicitly legal under federal law.
  • Possession, sale, and transport of these tests are no longer criminalized under the federal Controlled Substances Act.
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. Cornyn, John [R-TX].

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.

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