Bills · HR 5573
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 5573Crime and Law Enforcement
Combatting Fentanyl Poisonings Act of 2025
INTRO SEP 26· LAST ACTION SEP 26
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because it directly addresses the ongoing fentanyl crisis by providing new funding streams to tackle several aspects of the problem. If passed, it would enable law enforcement to specifically target drug sales happening on social media, a growing concern where young people are often exposed to illicit substances. It would also empower community groups to spread crucial information about fentanyl's dangers and equip more people with the knowledge and tools, like naloxone, to respond to overdoses.
If this bill does not become law, these specific federal grant programs would not exist. State and local agencies and non-profits would need to rely on existing funding or find other resources for these types of initiatives, potentially slowing down efforts to combat online drug sales, educate the public about fentanyl risks, and protect first responders. The bill's targeted approach could lead to more coordinated and better-funded efforts to reduce fentanyl poisonings and deaths across the country.
KEY PROVISIONS
5AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Authorizes grants for state and local law enforcement to combat unlawful drug sales on social media, focusing on arrests and public/school education about online drug dangers.
This directly targets a growing avenue for drug distribution, especially to younger populations, and aims to educate those most at risk.
PROVISION 02
Authorizes grants for non-profit organizations to run public awareness campaigns about fentanyl, including sharing victim stories and providing naloxone training.
This empowers community groups to disseminate critical information and train individuals on overdose response, directly engaging the public.
PROVISION 03
Prohibits using public awareness grant funds for specific harm reduction supplies like drug test kits or sterile injection equipment, while allowing funds for naloxone and its administration.
This provision defines the scope of acceptable harm reduction activities funded by these grants, reflecting a specific policy stance.
PROVISION 04
Authorizes grants for state and local law enforcement to equip and train officers to protect against fentanyl exposure and reverse overdoses on duty.
This ensures the safety of first responders who regularly encounter fentanyl and equips them to save lives in overdose situations.
PROVISION 05
Reserves specific amounts of funding for each new grant program: $10 million for social media drug sales, $3 million for public awareness, and $2 million for officer protection.
This allocates dedicated federal resources to these new initiatives, ensuring they have initial financial backing.
SPONSORSHIP
1 + 12
R· Colorado
YRS IN OFFICE
1
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26
COSPONSOR BREAKDOWNBIPARTISAN · 100%
DEM 6 REP 6 IND 0
ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSSEP 26
Introduced in House
SEP 26
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Bill
NumberHR 5573
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedSep 26, 2025
Last actionSep 26, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · JUDICIARY COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED SEP 26, 2025
House BillHR 5573Crime and Law Enforcement
Combatting Fentanyl Poisonings Act of 2025
INTRODUCED SEP 26, 2025· LAST ACTION SEP 26, 2025
PASSAGE CHANCES
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READING
5 min
COSPONSORS
12
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