What is the current status of HR 1064?

HR 1064 is currently: Introduced.

Who sponsored HR 1064?

HR 1064 was sponsored by Scott Fitzgerald (R), Rep.

Fentanyl-Related Substance Control Bill

IntroducedFebruary 6, 2025

Introduced6 months ago

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Referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, and in addition to the Committee on Education and Workforce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.

Why This Matters

This bill aims to control fentanyl-related substances by listing them as highly restricted drugs, which could help reduce their availability and combat overdoses.

If you are concerned about the opioid crisis, this bill could help limit access to dangerous fentanyl-related drugs.

Who this affects

people who misuse fentanyl · individuals struggling with addiction

What changes is this bill making?

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

Read the detailed summary

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.