HB3203: Stop Chinese Fentanyl Act of 2023
- Introduced (completed)
- 2Passed One Chamber (current step)
- 3Passed Both Chambers
- 4Became Law
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Summary
To impose sanctions with respect to Chinese producers of synthetic opioids and opioid precursors, to hold Chinese officials accountable for the spread of illicit fentanyl, and for other purposes.
Plain-language summary
The Stop Chinese Fentanyl Act of 2023 aims to punish Chinese companies and officials involved in making or selling fentanyl and related chemicals to the United States. Fentanyl is a powerful synthetic opioid often mixed into illegal drugs. The bill would impose sanctions—financial penalties and trade restrictions—on these producers and hold Chinese government officials responsible. The bill has passed out of and is currently being prepared for a full vote.
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HB3203: Stop Chinese Fentanyl Act of 2023
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Sponsors
Garland Barr
Primary SponsorCo-sponsors (10)
Christopher Pappas
Blaine Luetkemeyer
Zachary Nunn
Greg Murphy
Morgan McGarvey