Fairness in Fentanyl Sentencing Act of 2023
This bill reduces the weight thresholds triggering enhanced federal sentencing for fentanyl and synthetic opioid offenses. It amends the Controlled Substances Act to lower quantities from 400 grams to 20 grams for mandatory minimums (and similar reductions for other penalties), directly affecting individuals convicted of fentanyl-related trafficking. The bill also directs the U.S. Sentencing Commission to update federal sentencing guidelines within 120 days to align with these changes. Additionally, it requires the U.S. Postal Service to increase chemical screening devices, dedicate personnel for 24/7 analysis, and allocates $9 million for interdiction efforts targeting fentanyl and synthetic opioids in mail shipments.
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Mar 2023
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Introduced Mar 21, 2023
Last action Mar 21, 2023
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Mar 21, 2023
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Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
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Mar 21, 2023
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1 primary · 5 co-sponsors
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