Senator Justice, Senator Lujan Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Strengthen Sanctions on Fentanyl Traffickers

WASHINGTON, D.C.– Today, Senators Jim Justice (R-WV) and Ben Ray Lujan (D-NM) introduced theStrengthening Sanctions on Fentanyl Traffickers Act:
“Fentanyl and similar synthetic drugs continue to devastate communities across West Virginia and the country. Much has been done to stop the flow of fentanyl, but we must do more. This bill will build on that progress by strengthening our sanctions, holding foreign entities accountable, curbing the flow of this substance into our state, and ultimately saving lives across our nation,”saidSenator Jim Justice.“Far too many families in New Mexico have felt the devastating impact of the fentanyl crisis. More must be done to stop the flow of fentanyl before it reaches our communities. I’m proud to partner with Senator Justice on this vital bipartisan legislation that empowers the government to go after those responsible for trafficking fentanyl. I look forward to working with my colleagues to pass this legislation to combat the fentanyl crisis, keep deadly drugs off our streets, and help protect communities across New Mexico,”said SenatorBen Lujan.
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