Fentanyl-Related Substance Control Bill

Stopping Overdoses of Fentanyl Analogues Act This bill permanently adds fentanyl-related substances to schedule I of the Controlled Substances Act. (A schedule I controlled substance is a drug, substance, or chemical that has a high potential for abuse; has no currently accepted medical value; and is subject to regulatory controls and administrative, civil, and criminal penalties under the Controlled Substances Act.) Fentanyl-related substances are currently regulated under schedule I through a temporary order issued by the Drug Enforcement Administration. The temporary order expires March 31, 2025.

1. This bill would classify fentanyl-related substances as schedule I controlled substances. 2. It would include any substance that is chemically similar to fentanyl. 3. The bill would impose penalties for the distribution of these substances. 4. It aims to help combat the opioid crisis by regulating dangerous drugs. 5. The changes would take effect one day after the bill is signed into law.

This bill affects people who may misuse or be affected by fentanyl and its analogues, including individuals struggling with addiction.