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Strengthening Federal Task Forces Against Organized Crime and Drug Trafficking

This Act formalizes and strengthens the federal Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task Forces (OCDETF) responsible for combating international drug trafficking and money laundering. This means increased coordination among various federal and local agencies, aiming for more arrests, seizures of criminal assets, and ultimately, reduced availability of illegal narcotics in communities. The goal is to enhance public safety by dismantling major criminal networks.
Key points
Enhances cooperation between prosecutors, federal agents (including DEA, Treasury, Homeland Security), and local police to dismantle large criminal networks.
The objective is to reduce the availability of illicit narcotics in the U.S. through focused, long-term investigations targeting organized crime groups.
The provisions of this Act are temporary and will expire in January 2029.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_5918
Sponsor: Rep. Morelle, Joseph D. [D-NY-25]
Process start date: 2025-11-04
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Protect Law Enforcement Task Forces Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_5918.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-11-04.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Enhances cooperation between prosecutors, federal agents (including DEA, Treasury, Homeland Security), and local police to dismantle large criminal networks.
  • The objective is to reduce the availability of illicit narcotics in the U.S. through focused, long-term investigations targeting organized crime groups.
  • The provisions of this Act are temporary and will expire in January 2029.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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 Rep. Morelle, Joseph D. [D-NY-25].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-23.

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