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Introduced
02/27/2020
02/27/2020
In Committee
02/27/2020
02/27/2020
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020
12/31/2020
Introduced Session
116th Congress
Bill Summary
A BILL To amend the Controlled Substances Act to prohibit the deceptive sale of fentanyl, and for other purposes. 1
AI Summary
This bill, the Zero Tolerance for Deceptive Fentanyl Trafficking Act, amends the Controlled Substances Act to prohibit the deceptive sale of fentanyl and fentanyl-related substances. Specifically, it makes it unlawful for any person to knowingly misrepresent or market as another substance a mixture or substance containing fentanyl, a fentanyl analogue, or a fentanyl-related substance. Violators face penalties of at least 20 years in prison and fines, with enhanced penalties of life imprisonment or death if the violation results in death or is committed with the intent to cause death. The bill also adds several fentanyl-related substances to Schedule I of the Controlled Substances Act.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (on 02/27/2020)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.congress.gov/bill/116th-congress/senate-bill/3342/all-info |
| BillText | https://www.congress.gov/116/bills/s3342/BILLS-116s3342is.pdf |
| Bill | https://www.congress.gov/116/bills/s3342/BILLS-116s3342is.pdf.pdf |
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