Measuring Illicit Fentanyl Trafficking Act

United States119th CongressHR-8535House of Representatives
Latest legislative activity: Jul 14, 2026

Summary

This bill, titled the Measuring Illicit Fentanyl Trafficking Act, mandates that the Secretary of Homeland Security establish comprehensive performance metrics. These metrics are specifically for the Department of Homeland Security's efforts in the detection, deterrence, and seizure of fentanyl. The aim is to enhance accountability and effectiveness in combating illicit fentanyl trafficking.

Within one year of enactment, the Secretary must ensure that all DHS components engaged in these operations actively collaborate and share relevant information and data. Furthermore, these components are required to identify any existing barriers that hinder effective information and data sharing, thereby improving inter-agency coordination and addressing systemic challenges.

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S-5523: Measuring Illicit Fentanyl Trafficking Act

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.

  1. Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote.

  2. Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

    House of Representatives

  3. The title of the measure was amended. Agreed to without objection.

    House of Representatives

  4. Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.

    Senate