Stronger Enforcement Against Counterfeit Pills Containing Fentanyl and Methamphetamine.
This law aims to enhance public safety by strengthening enforcement against the manufacture and distribution of counterfeit pills laced with fentanyl or methamphetamine. It mandates the DEA to intensify investigations, seizures, and public education campaigns, particularly targeting youth, to warn against the deadly risks associated with these fake substances. Citizens benefit from stricter penalties for traffickers and increased awareness of these lethal threats.
Key points
Imposes stricter penalties for manufacturing, distributing, or possessing counterfeit pills that look like legitimate medication but contain fentanyl or methamphetamine.
Requires the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) to develop an operational plan to increase seizures and investigations of these dangerous counterfeit substances.
Mandates increased education and prevention efforts, specifically tailored for teens and youth, warning them about the dangers of taking fake pills.
Introduced
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