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Introduced
02/06/2020
02/06/2020
In Committee
02/06/2020
02/06/2020
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020
12/31/2020
Introduced Session
116th Congress
Bill Summary
Adds the entire category of fentanyl-related substances to schedule I of the Controlled Substances Act. A schedule I controlled substance is a drug, substance, or chemical that has a high potential for abuse; has no currently accepted medical value; and is subject to regulatory controls and administrative, civil, and criminal penalties under the Controlled Substances Act.
AI Summary
This bill adds the entire category of fentanyl-related substances to Schedule I of the Controlled Substances Act. Schedule I controlled substances are drugs, substances, or chemicals that have a high potential for abuse, no currently accepted medical value, and are subject to regulatory controls and administrative, civil, and criminal penalties under the Controlled Substances Act. The bill defines "fentanyl-related substances" as any substance that is structurally related to fentanyl through various modifications, such as replacement of the phenyl portion, substitution of the phenethyl group, substitution of the piperidine ring, replacement of the aniline ring, or replacement of the N-propionyl group.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry
Sponsors (5)
Last Action
Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. (on 02/06/2020)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.congress.gov/bill/116th-congress/house-bill/5771/all-info |
| BillText | https://www.congress.gov/116/bills/hr5771/BILLS-116hr5771ih.pdf |
| Bill | https://www.congress.gov/116/bills/hr5771/BILLS-116hr5771ih.pdf.pdf |
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