That fight starts with giving our law enforcement and prosecutors the necessary tools to hold fentanyl dealers accountable, and that’s precisely what this legislation works to do. This national suffering must be put to an end, and I’m committed to doing everything in my power to fight this epidemic. “And every year, the flow of fentanyl through our southern border kills more than 100,000 Americans nationwide. “Last year, there were over 80 fentanyl-related deaths in the Santa Clarita, Lancaster, and Palmdale areas – the most in all of L.A.
The bill would also make that sworn statement admissible as evidence in both state and federal court. This legislation would require convicted fentanyl dealers to sign a sworn statement acknowledging that fentanyl is fatal and they could face murder charges if they deal again and it results in a death, according to Garcia. 6671, Alexandra’s Law, which would significantly increase penalties for drug dealers of lethal fentanyl.
Congressman Mike Garcia, R-Santa Clarita, cosponsored H.R.
