Criminal Justice (Drug Policy)

in committee · United States · House Apr 9, 2025

HR 2790: GOSAFE Act

The GOSAFE Act prohibits the sale, manufacture, transfer, and possession of gas-operated semi-automatic firearms and large capacity ammunition feeding devices (those holding more than 10 rounds). It defines gas-operated firearms as those that use gas from fired cartridges to cycle the action, requiring the Attorney General to publish a list of prohibited firearms within 180 days. The bill establishes a process for manufacturers to seek approval for new firearm designs before selling to civilians and creates a "Firearm Safety Trust Fund" to cover related costs. Certain firearms are exempt, including single-shot, muzzle-loading, and firearms with permanently fixed magazines holding 10 or fewer rounds. Violations could result in fines up to $5,000 or up to 12 months in prison.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeRestricts gas-operated firearms to reduce gun violence, aligning with criminal justice reform goals of enhancing public safety and preventing firearm-related crimes.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Corrections Drug Policy Firearms

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in committee · United States · Senate Feb 20, 2025

S 665: Fatal Overdose Reduction Act of 2025

The Fatal Overdose Reduction Act of 2025 establishes a Medicaid demonstration program to create "Health Engagement Hubs" that provide comprehensive, drop-in services for people with opioid use disorder and other substance use disorders. These hubs would offer harm reduction services, medication-assisted treatment, counseling, and social services like housing assistance and job training, with a focus on communities disproportionately impacted by overdose deaths. States would develop payment systems for these services, with up to 10 states selected to participate for 5 years, and would be required to report on outcomes like overdose rates and treatment access. The program would be funded through a $60 million planning grant and would require states to track demographic and health outcomes to assess effectiveness.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeCreates harm reduction treatment hubs to address opioid crisis, reducing criminal justice involvement through rehabilitation and social services for affected communities.92% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareEstablishes Medicaid-funded hubs providing substance use treatment, harm reduction, and social services, expanding healthcare access for vulnerable populations with opioid use disorder.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Drug Policy Medicaid Medicare Substance Abuse

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in committee · United States · House Jul 15, 2026

HR 7184: PRESS Act

HR 7184, the PRESS Act, targets equipment used to manufacture illegal drugs by making it unlawful to sell specific items like tableting machines, gelatin capsules, or related chemicals when the seller knows the equipment will be used to produce controlled substances for unlawful U.S. importation. It directly affects manufacturers and distributors of these drug-making tools who have knowledge or reasonable cause to believe their products will facilitate illegal drug trafficking. The bill adds new prohibitions to the Controlled Substances Act and increases potential prison sentences for violations, with penalties reaching up to 20 years for major offenses involving large quantities of equipment or chemicals. These changes aim to disrupt the supply chain for illicit synthetic drugs by holding equipment sellers accountable for their intended use.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill strengthens law enforcement by restricting equipment sales for illegal drug manufacturing, directly targeting drug trafficking supply chains within criminal justice framework.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Corrections Drug Policy

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signed · United States · House Nov 19, 2025

HR 4405: Epstein Files Transparency Act

HR 4405, the Epstein Files Transparency Act, requires the U.S. Attorney General to publicly release all unclassified Department of Justice documents related to Jeffrey Epstein within 30 days of the law’s enactment. This includes investigations, flight logs, immunity deals, internal communications, and records about Epstein’s detention or death, while prohibiting redactions for "embarrassment" or political sensitivity. The law allows limited redactions only for victim privacy, child sexual abuse materials, active investigations, or national security (with justification), and mandates an unclassified summary for withheld classified information. The Attorney General must submit a detailed report to Congress within 15 days of release, listing all redactions and naming any government officials referenced in the materials.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeRequires public release of DOJ documents related to Epstein case, enhancing transparency and accountability in criminal investigations and oversight.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Drug Policy

in committee · United States · House Jun 10, 2025

HR 18: Bipartisan Background Checks Act of 2025

This bill requires private firearm transfers between individuals to go through a licensed dealer who must conduct a background check. It applies to most private sales but includes exceptions for transfers between family members (like parents and children), law enforcement, emergencies preventing harm, and temporary loans at shooting ranges or for hunting. Dealers must provide background check notices in both English and Spanish. The law aims to prevent prohibited individuals from obtaining firearms through private transactions while maintaining existing state authority on firearm laws.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeRequires background checks for private firearm sales to prevent prohibited individuals from obtaining guns, aligning with criminal justice reform goals of reducing gun violence.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Drug Policy Firearms Law Enforcement

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in committee · United States · Senate Apr 10, 2025

S 1461: Safe SHORES Act of 2025

This bill reauthorizes a federal pilot program (extending it through 2030) to provide housing support for individuals recovering from substance use disorders. It requires states receiving funds to use at least $50 million annually for stable housing, including a new allowance for up to 1% of funds to purchase furniture for temporary housing. States must report annually on housing projects, resident demographics, program outcomes, and strategies for expanding recovery housing. The program directly affects states administering housing grants and individuals seeking stable housing during opioid recovery.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill funds housing for substance use disorder recovery, a key criminal justice reform strategy to reduce recidivism and support rehabilitation. Requires annual reporting on outcomes, aligning with reform goals.90% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill extends federal funding for substance use recovery housing, directly supporting healthcare access and treatment programs for individuals with substance use disorders.85% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingRequires $50M annual funding for stable housing in recovery programs, mandates housing support for vulnerable populations, and addresses homelessness through direct funding.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Drug Policy Substance Abuse Homelessness

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in committee · United States · House Oct 10, 2025

HR 5744: Targeting Online Sales of Fentanyl Act

This bill directs the Government Accountability Office (GAO) to study how fentanyl, synthetic opioids, and methamphetamine are sold online. The GAO will examine online sellers' business models, financial transactions on illicit platforms (especially impacting users 18+), federal government efforts to combat these sales, and how online platforms detect and enforce against such activity. The study will analyze government coordination, platform enforcement mechanisms, and referral data to law enforcement over the past decade. The GAO must submit a report to Congress within one year of the bill's enactment. This is a research-focused bill with no direct policy changes or immediate effects on individuals or entities.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill directs GAO to study online fentanyl sales to improve law enforcement efforts, strengthening criminal justice enforcement against drug trafficking networks.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Drug Policy Law Enforcement

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in committee · United States · House Jul 22, 2025

HR 4607: SEEK HELP Act

The SEEK HELP Act provides legal protections for individuals responding to opioid overdoses. It shields people who administer reversal drugs (like naloxone) in good faith from civil lawsuits, and protects those who call for help (e.g., 911) from drug possession charges related to the overdose. States can use federal funds to run public awareness campaigns about these protections and train law enforcement and healthcare workers. The bill also requires a federal report to assess how well these protections are working across states and their impact on overdose outcomes.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill shields overdose responders from civil suits and drug charges, reducing criminalization of seeking help. Aligns with reform by protecting civil rights and promoting public health over punishment.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill protects overdose responders administering naloxone and 911 callers from legal penalties, expands access to emergency care, and funds public health training/campaigns related to opioid crisis.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Drug Policy Law Enforcement Substance Abuse

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passed · United States · Senate Dec 17, 2025

S 3021: ENFORCE Act

The ENFORCE Act strengthens federal laws against child exploitation by clarifying what constitutes producing child pornography and removing time limits for prosecuting certain crimes involving child sexual abuse material. It adds these offenses to sex offender registration requirements, prohibits reproducing abusive images during legal proceedings, and creates a presumption for detainment before trial for violations. The bill directly affects federal prosecutors, courts handling these cases, sex offenders subject to registration, and victims whose images are involved. Key changes include ensuring evidence remains under court control and allowing victims access to depictions in the same manner as victims of child pornography cases.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill strengthens federal laws against child exploitation with stricter prosecution, registration, and pretrial detention requirements for specific crimes.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Courts Drug Policy Human Trafficking

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in committee · United States · House Dec 17, 2025

HR 6807: Marijuana in Federally Assisted Housing Parity Act of 2025

This bill amends federal housing laws to ensure that tenants using marijuana legally under state law are not discriminated against in federally assisted housing. It removes federal prohibitions on state-compliant marijuana use, distribution, possession, sale, or manufacture from definitions of "drug-related criminal activity" and "illegal use of a controlled substance" in housing regulations. Public housing agencies and federally assisted housing providers must now follow state marijuana laws and cannot deny admission or evict tenants based solely on legal state-legal marijuana activity. The bill also requires HUD to establish smoke-free zones for marijuana similar to existing tobacco rules within 90 days of enactment.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill removes federal prohibitions on state-compliant marijuana use from housing regulations, preventing discrimination against tenants with legal state marijuana use. This reduces collateral consequences of drug laws, aligning with criminal justic...85% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingPrevents housing discrimination against tenants using legal state marijuana, aligning federal housing rules with state laws to protect tenant rights under housing regulations.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Drug Policy Tenant Rights

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