HR 6671
Alexandra’s Law Act of 2023
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Bill overview
This bill, known as Alexandra’s Law, amends the Controlled Substances Act to address the increasing danger of illicit drugs, particularly counterfeit pills containing fentanyl. It requires courts to issue specific advisory statements to individuals convicted of drug offenses resulting in death, warning them about the extreme risks associated with fentanyl and its analogues. Furthermore, it allows for the use of prior convictions involving similar substances as evidence in federal prosecutions, aiming to hold individuals accountable for contributing to fatal overdoses.
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Primary sponsor
Darrell E. Issa
Cosponsors
Doug LaMalfa
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