End Fentanyl Trafficking with Local Task Forces Act of 2026
This bill authorizes the federal government to provide up to $70 million annually from 2027 to 2031 to help local law enforcement agencies combat the trafficking of fentanyl and other opioids. The funds are intended for eligible entities such as states, local governments, and tribal organizations to hire and train officers, purchase necessary equipment, and establish or expand multi-jurisdictional task forces that cross city or state lines. A specific requirement of the program is that at least 20 percent of the money must be set aside for direct grants to Indian Tribes and multi-jurisdictional task forces. To receive these funds, applicants must submit detailed plans explaining how they will use the money and agree to report on their progress, while the Attorney General is tasked with streamlining the application process to reduce paperwork. The legislation also mandates that the Office of Community Oriented Policing Services provide training and technical assistance to support these efforts and submit annual reports to Congress on the program's effectiveness.
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Introduced May 14, 2026
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Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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May 14, 2026
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Rick Larsen
DDemocratic
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Brian K. Fitzpatrick
RRepublican
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Dan Newhouse
RRepublican
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Marie Gluesenkamp Perez
DDemocratic
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