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BillHR 7970 · 119

STOP Nitazenes Act

Introduced
Mar 18, 2026
Cosponsors
7
Traction
0
Last Action
Mar 18, 2026

Bill Summary

Bans the production and distribution of nitazenes, a type of synthetic opioid. Requires the federal government to regulate nitazenes as a controlled substance.

Sponsored By

Robert E. Latta
Republican · Ohio · House

Bill Journey

  1. Mar 18, 2026
  3. Mar 18, 2026You Are Here

    The committee will review the bill, debate amendments, and vote on whether to advance it to the full chamber.

  4. TBD

    The full chamber debates the bill, may amend it, and votes on whether to pass it.

  5. TBD

    If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.

  6. TBD

    If passed by both chambers, the bill goes to the President to sign into law or veto.

Why It Matters

This bill affects individuals who manufacture, distribute, or use nitazenes, as well as law enforcement agencies and public health organizations that deal with opioid-related issues. It would lead to increased penalties for those involved in the production and distribution of nitazenes, and potentially reduce the availability of these substances.

Impact Areas

Sample
Addresses Supply
Targets an underlying shortage driving costs.
Supports Families
Aimed at easing pressure on working households.
Long-term Impact
Effects compound across multiple budget cycles.
Expands Access
Lowers barriers for first-time participants.

Support & Opposition

Sponsor & cosponsor support by party
8backers
  • Democratic1
  • Republican7
Cross-party cosponsors1 · 14%

Documents

1

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Cosponsors (7)

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Bill Details

Bill TypeHouse Bill · Federal
Primary TopicSafety & Crime
CommitteeCommittee on Energy and Commerce
IntroducedMar 18, 2026
Last UpdatedMar 18, 2026
Latest ActionReferred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Subjects
  • Safety

Summary and impact analysis written by Judy (KnowGov's enrichment AI). Bill metadata, status, sponsor, and any floor votes from Prism. Sections marked “Sample” are placeholders not yet connected to live data.