HALT Fentanyl Act

This means the government would classify a broad range of synthetic opioids related to fentanyl as illegal drugs with the strictest legal status.

The bill passed the House on February 6, 2025, with a vote of 312-108 and is now in the Senate Judiciary Committee. Supporters argue it provides law enforcement with necessary tools to combat fentanyl trafficking. Critics contend that the broad class scheduling and mandatory minimum penalties could lead to increased incarceration, including for nonviolent offenses, and may disproportionately affect certain communities.