Classifies Fentanyl-Related Drugs as Illegal

Stopping Overdoses of Fentanyl Analogues Act This bill permanently places fentanyl-related substances as a class into 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 on March 31, 2025.

1. This bill adds fentanyl-related substances to the list of illegal drugs. 2. It aims to combat the rising number of overdoses linked to these substances. 3. The law will take effect one day after it is signed. 4. Fentanyl-related substances include various chemical modifications of fentanyl. 5. This change targets both manufacturers and users of these drugs.

This bill affects individuals who use, sell, or manufacture fentanyl-related drugs, as well as communities dealing with drug overdoses.