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Enhancing Fentanyl and Xylazine Detection: New Technology for Law Enforcement.

This Act mandates the Department of Homeland Security to develop and test advanced technologies for detecting illicit substances like fentanyl and xylazine, even in very low concentrations. The goal is to enhance public safety by providing federal and local law enforcement with faster, more accurate tools for identifying dangerous drugs. This includes developing portable equipment and using AI to predict new psychoactive substances.
Key points
Improved public safety through better and faster detection of deadly drugs like fentanyl and xylazine by law enforcement agencies.
DHS must invest in portable equipment and Artificial Intelligence (AI) to allow officers to identify drugs accurately with minimal handling.
The focus is on detecting drugs hidden in complex mixtures or identifying new psychoactive substances not yet listed in current databases.
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Print number: 118_S_5426
Sponsor: Sen. Cornyn, John [R-TX]
Process start date: 2024-12-04
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

DETECT Fentanyl and Xylazine Act of 2024

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_5426.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-12-04.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Improved public safety through better and faster detection of deadly drugs like fentanyl and xylazine by law enforcement agencies.
  • DHS must invest in portable equipment and Artificial Intelligence (AI) to allow officers to identify drugs accurately with minimal handling.
  • The focus is on detecting drugs hidden in complex mixtures or identifying new psychoactive substances not yet listed in current databases.
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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