Protection of Children from Methamphetamine Act of 2005

H.R. 1395, the Protection of Children from Methamphetamine Act of 2005, seeks to address the safety and health of minors living in environments where methamphetamine is produced. The bill establishes a mandatory minimum prison sentence of 20 years for individuals convicted of manufacturing methamphetamine in a residence where a person under the age of 18 lives.

Beyond criminal penalties, the legislation directs the Department of Health and Human Services to study the long-term health impacts of chemical contamination on children exposed to lab environments. It also provides federal grants to states with high rates of lab seizures to fund coordinated response teams. These teams would integrate law enforcement, child protective services, and medical professionals to ensure affected children receive immediate toxic chemical screening, dental and medical care, and mental health services.