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Fentanyl-Related Substances Control Extended Until December 2025

This Act extends the temporary rules classifying fentanyl-related substances as illegal and controlled. This means law enforcement agencies will have an additional year (until the end of 2025) to prosecute individuals manufacturing and distributing these dangerous substances. The goal is to protect public safety and continue the fight against the opioid crisis, which directly impacts citizens' health and lives.
Key points
Temporary Control Extension: The classification of fentanyl-related substances as illegal and controlled is extended until December 31, 2025.
Public Safety: Maintaining this classification allows law enforcement to continue actions against traffickers and manufacturers of these dangerous drugs.
Opioid Crisis Fight: This change is crucial for maintaining current legal tools in combating overdoses and fentanyl distribution.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_S_5164
Sponsor: Sen. Grassley, Chuck [R-IA]
Process start date: 2024-09-25
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Temporary Extension of Fentanyl Scheduling Act of 2024

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_5164.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-09-25.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Temporary Control Extension: The classification of fentanyl-related substances as illegal and controlled is extended until December 31, 2025.
  • Public Safety: Maintaining this classification allows law enforcement to continue actions against traffickers and manufacturers of these dangerous drugs.
  • Opioid Crisis Fight: This change is crucial for maintaining current legal tools in combating overdoses and fentanyl distribution.
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. Grassley, Chuck [R-IA].

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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