US Congress · 119th Congress (2025-2026)

HR 2351In Second Chamber

To direct the Commandant of the Coast Guard to update the policy of the Coast Guard regarding the use of medication to treat drug overdose, and for other purposes.

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Overview

This bill directs the Coast Guard to update its policies regarding the treatment of drug overdoses, specifically focusing on opioid overdoses, including fentanyl. It mandates the availability of naloxone or similar medications at all Coast Guard installations and during operations, and requires the Coast Guard to participate in a Department of Defense tracking system for controlled substances. The bill also requires the Coast Guard to brief Congress on its efforts to address substance abuse and the implementation of these updated policies.

Key provisions

Requires the Coast Guard to make naloxone or similar medications available at all installations and operational environments.
Directs the Coast Guard to participate in a Department of Defense tracking system for controlled substances.
Updates Coast Guard policy to address the use of medication to treat drug overdoses, including fentanyl.
Requires the Coast Guard to finalize a memorandum of understanding with the Department of Defense to facilitate access to the tracking system.
Mandates a briefing to Congress within two years on the Coast Guard’s progress in addressing substance abuse.
Clarifies that the manufacture or distribution of controlled substances on vessels is prohibited.
Specifies that laws prohibiting controlled substances on vessels apply to unmanned vessels.
Requires the Coast Guard to ensure compliance with privacy laws regarding substance use data.

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Legislative history

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Apr 2, 2025House

Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held

Apr 2, 2025House

Subcommittee on Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation Discharged

Jun 6, 2025House

Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 118.

Jun 6, 2025House

Reported by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. H. Rept. 119-149.

Jun 6, 2025

Reported by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. H. Rept. 119-149.

Jun 9, 2025House

Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

Jun 9, 2025House

On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H2547-2548)

Jun 9, 2025

Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H2547-2548)

Jun 9, 2025House

DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 2351.

Jun 9, 2025House

Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H2547-2548)

Jun 9, 2025House

Mr. Ezell moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill.

Jun 10, 2025Senate

Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.

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6/9/2025HouseVoice vote
On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H2547-2548)
No roll-call vote on record for this action.
6/9/2025Voice vote
Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H2547-2548)
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Passage without roll call

Jun 9, 2025HouseVoice vote
On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H2547-2548)
No roll-call vote on record for this action.
Jun 9, 2025Voice vote
Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H2547-2548)
No roll-call vote on record for this action.

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To direct the Commandant of the Coast Guard to update the policy of the Coast Guard regarding the use of medication to treat drug overdose, and for other purposes.

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