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US S1006

US S1006
Stopping Overdoses of Fentanyl Analogues Act


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Introduced
03/25/2021
In Committee
03/25/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/03/2023

Introduced Session

117th Congress

Bill Summary

A BILL To amend the Controlled Substances Act to list fentanyl- related substances as schedule I controlled substances.

AI Summary

This bill, the Stopping Overdoses of Fentanyl Analogues Act, seeks to amend the Controlled Substances Act to list various fentanyl-related substances as Schedule I controlled substances. Fentanyl-related substances include a range of synthetic opioids that are structurally similar to fentanyl, a highly potent and dangerous prescription drug. By classifying these substances as Schedule I, the bill aims to restrict their distribution and availability, with the goal of reducing overdoses and saving lives.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (11)

Last Action

Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (on 03/25/2021)

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