Bills · HR 4518
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 4518Crime and Law Enforcement
Cooper Davis and Devin Norring Act
INTRO JUL 17· LAST ACTION JUL 17
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LEGISLATIVE PROGRESS
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill is important because it aims to strengthen efforts to combat the online trade of dangerous and often deadly drugs, like fentanyl and counterfeit medications, which contribute significantly to the ongoing opioid crisis. Currently, reporting of such activities by internet companies may be voluntary or inconsistent. If this bill becomes law, it creates a mandatory system, potentially leading to more consistent and timely reporting of online drug crimes. This could provide law enforcement with crucial information to track down and disrupt drug traffickers operating on digital platforms.
If the bill does not pass, internet companies would not have a federal requirement to report these specific drug violations, potentially allowing more illicit drug transactions to occur online without direct intervention based on company-initiated reports. This bill's passage could mean a more coordinated and effective approach to fighting the digital side of the drug crisis, while its failure could mean missed opportunities to prevent drug-related harm.
KEY PROVISIONS
5AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Requires electronic communication service providers and remote computing services to report certain controlled substances violations to the Attorney General.
This establishes a new legal obligation for internet companies to proactively share information about illegal drug activities with federal authorities.
PROVISION 02
Specifies that the required reports pertain to the illegal creation, manufacture, distribution, dispensing, or possession with intent to distribute fentanyl, methamphetamine, or counterfeit substances.
This narrowly defines the scope of crimes that companies must report, focusing on highly dangerous and trafficked substances.
PROVISION 03
Mandates that reports be submitted as soon as reasonably possible, but no later than 60 days after the provider obtains actual knowledge of the facts or circumstances.
This sets a clear timeframe for reporting, aiming to ensure timely action by law enforcement.
PROVISION 04
Outlines that reports must include provider contact information and details about the account involved in the crime (e.g., name, address, IP address, user ID).
This ensures that law enforcement receives actionable identifying information to pursue investigations.
PROVISION 05
Allows providers, at their discretion, to include additional information such as historical activity, geographic location data, or the complete communication related to the crime.
This provides flexibility for companies to share more comprehensive data if they choose, which could further aid investigations.
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R· Iowa
YRS IN OFFICE
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ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSJUL 17
Introduced in House
JUL 17
Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary, 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.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Bill
NumberHR 4518
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedJul 17, 2025
Last actionJul 17, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · JUDICIARY COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED JUL 17, 2025
House BillHR 4518Crime and Law Enforcement
Cooper Davis and Devin Norring Act
INTRODUCED JUL 17, 2025· LAST ACTION JUL 17, 2025
PASSAGE CHANCES
—%
READING
16 min
COSPONSORS
10
COMPLEXITY
Moderate
