H.R. 7359 · 117th Congress · 2021–2022
Stop Fentanyl Border Crossings Act
H.R. 7359 in the 117th Congress (2021–2022) was introduced on Apr 1, 2022, sponsored by Scott DesJarlais with 50 co-sponsors.
During the 117th Congress (2021–2022), Joe Biden was president, and Democrats held the House majority and Republicans the Senate majority.
- Status
- Introduced
- Introduced
- Apr 1, 2022
- Co-sponsors
- 50
- Policy area
- Health
What it does
Stop Fentanyl Border Crossings Act This bill authorizes the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to restrict migration and imports from foreign countries to prevent the introduction of illicit drugs into the United States. Current law authorizes HHS to restrict migration and imports from foreign countries to prevent the introduction of communicable diseases.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Scott DesJarlais (R-TN). Co-sponsors: 50 Republicans.
Where it stands
- IntroducedApr 1, 2022
- Passed the House—
- Passed the Senate—
- Sent to the President—
- Became law—
Latest action: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. (Apr 4, 2022)
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From GovInfo bill records, Congressional Research Service summaries, Voteview roll calls and lobbying reports.
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