Bill · H.R. 1266· House(119-HR-1266)

Combating Illicit Xylazine Act

Age: 57 years

California

Introduced: 2/12/2025
Last activity: 9/16/2026 — Received in the Senate. Read twice. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 623.
Sponsored by: Jimmy Panetta
Cosponsors: - 51 - 63

Crime and Law Enforcement

Introduced
Passed House
Awaiting Senate
On Senate calendar

What this bill would do

This bill is called the Combating Illicit Xylazine Act. It adds xylazine, including its salts and isomers, to Schedule III of the Controlled Substances Act. The legislation outlines specific definitions for the ultimate users of xylazine, particularly concerning animals and authorized programs. It also gives manufacturing facilities extra time to comply with certain labeling, packaging, and registration rules. Additionally, the bill mandates tracking through ARCOS, directs the United States Sentencing Commission to review sentencing guidelines for offenses involving xylazine, and requires reports to Congress from the Attorney General and the Drug Enforcement Administration.

Yes· 3 of 4

Does this do more about addiction and overdose deaths?+5
The bill combats the illicit use of xylazine, which is often found in combination with opioids.
Does this give the federal government more power?+3
The bill expands federal regulatory authority by adding a substance to the Controlled Substances Act.
Would farmers be better off under this?+3
The bill explicitly protects the use of xylazine for animals owned by the person or members of the household.

The opposite

Does this shorten or soften prison sentences?-3
The bill directs the Sentencing Commission to potentially increase penalties for xylazine offenses.
Would business owners be better off under this?-2
Veterinary business owners face new registration and recordkeeping requirements.