Stop Smuggling Illicit Synthetic Drugs on U.S. Transportation Networks Act of 2024

Transportation and Public Works
senate
house
president

Introduced on September 25, 2024 by Maria E. Cantwell

Cosponsors

Legislation Details

  • Aims to stop the shipment of illicit synthetic drugs through U.S. transportation networks.
  • Recognizes the threat posed by fentanyl and other synthetic drugs to national security.
  • Emphasizes the need for enhanced resources for law enforcement agencies to combat drug trafficking.
  • Establishes a comprehensive national strategy to prevent smuggling of illicit synthetic drugs.
  • Promotes the development and use of non-intrusive advanced inspection technologies.
  • Mandates expanded non-intrusive inspections at land ports, airports, and maritime ports.
  • Creates a civil cargo inspection program for detecting illicit drugs in air cargo.
  • Implements land-based transportation inspection programs for rail and commercial trucking.
  • Encourages public service announcements about the dangers of driving under the influence of synthetic drugs.
  • Establishes a maritime transportation inspection program for detecting drugs outside ports of entry.
  • Introduces a grant program to support state and local law enforcement in acquiring detection technologies and training.
  • Sets requirements for canines used in drug detection programs, ensuring safety and certification.
  • Requires annual briefings to Congress on the effectiveness of established programs.
  • Develops guidelines to ensure inspections comply with constitutional rights and do not unduly disrupt commerce.
  • Establishes a public-private task force to enhance cooperation in combating drug trafficking.
  • Mandates reports to Congress on the implementation and effectiveness of various programs and strategies.

Last updated 10/24/2024