Bill · S. 724· Senate(119-S-724)
Temporary Extension of Fentanyl-Related Substances Scheduling Act
- Introduced
- 2/25/2025
- Last activity
- 2/25/2025 — Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
- Sponsored by
- Cory Booker
- Cosponsors
- None
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill, known as the "Temporary Extension of Fentanyl-Related Substances Scheduling Act," aims to extend a current temporary scheduling order. It specifically targets fentanyl-related substances. The legislation proposes to change the expiration date of the existing order. By striking the current date of March 31, 2025, it inserts a new date of September 30, 2025. This action extends the temporary scheduling for an additional 6 months.
Yes· 3 of 11
Does this do more about addiction and overdose deaths?+5
The bill extends the temporary scheduling of fentanyl-related substances to assist in the fight against the opioid crisis.
Would people in cities be better off under this?+3
Urban areas are often heavily impacted by the opioid crisis, which this bill seeks to address via extended scheduling.
Would children be better off under this?+2
Continued scheduling of fentanyl-related substances provides a measure of protection against the opioid epidemic affecting younger populations.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
- Extension of Scheduling Order: The bill extends the temporary scheduling order for fentanyl-related substances from March 31, 2025, to September 30, 2025, as noted in Section 2. This provides a continued temporary scheduling period for these substances.
Groups and Interests Ranking
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- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Urban Residents+3Good For African Americans+2Good For Asian Americans+2Good For Children+2Good For Hispanic Americans+2Good For Low Income Households+2Good For White Americans+2Good For Women+2Good For Young Adults+2
- Healthcare
- Improves Opioid Crisis Response+5
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Poverty Reduction+1
- 2/25/2025
- Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
- Introduced in Senate
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