Senate places bill to regulate xylazine on legislative calendar
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Senator Capito introduced this bill to change how the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) classifies xylazine. Xylazine is a sedative used in veterinary medicine that has been found mixed into illicit drugs like fentanyl.
Why it matters: This is a procedural step that moves a proposal toward a potential vote; it does not change any laws yet.
Who it affects
- The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA)
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Agency: Senate
Source: Congress.gov — read the official document