HR 128
Fentanyl is a WMD Act
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Bill overview
This bill directs the Department of Homeland Security’s Countering Weapons of Mass Destruction Office to classify illicit fentanyl as a weapon of mass destruction. This designation would allow the agency to utilize existing authorities and resources to combat the threat posed by fentanyl. The bill aims to elevate the seriousness of the fentanyl crisis and potentially expand the tools available to address it. It focuses specifically on illicit fentanyl, not pharmaceutical fentanyl.
Key provisions
- Requires the Department of Homeland Security to treat illicit fentanyl as a weapon of mass destruction.
- Applies this designation under Title XIX of the Homeland Security Act of 2002.
- Designates illicit fentanyl, not pharmaceutical fentanyl, for this treatment.
Who is affected
- Department of Homeland Security
- Countering Weapons of Mass Destruction Office
- Individuals affected by fentanyl-related issues
Notable changes
- Elevates the classification of fentanyl to align with weapon of mass destruction protocols.
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119th CONGRESS — 1st Session
H. R. 128
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
A BILL
To require the Assistant Secretary for the Countering Weapons of Mass Destruction Office of the Department of Homeland Security to treat illicit fentanyl as a weapon of mass destruction, and for other purposes.
This Act may be cited as the Fentanyl is a WMD Act
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The Assistant Secretary for the Countering Weapons of Mass Destruction Office of the Department of Homeland Security shall treat illicit fentanyl as a weapon of mass destruction for purposes of title XIX of the Homeland Security Act of 2002 (6 U.S.C. 590 et seq.).