S.545

Combating Illicit Xylazine Act

Introduced·2/12/25

Combating Illicit Xylazine Act aims to control xylazine by scheduling it as a controlled substance and amending related laws.

The Combating Illicit Xylazine Act seeks to address the illicit use of xylazine by scheduling it as a controlled substance under the Controlled Substances Act. It amends the definition of "ultimate user" to restrict xylazine possession to those legally obtaining it from a registered veterinarian or pharmacy. The Act also mandates the United States Sentencing Commission to review and amend sentencing guidelines for xylazine offenses.

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Calendar

Mar 26

10:15 AM

Senate Judiciary Hearing

Mar 19

10:15 AM

Senate Judiciary Hearing

History

Apr 15

Senate

Committee on the Judiciary. Reported by Senator Grassley with an amendment in the nature of a substitute. Without written report.

Apr 15

Senate

Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 372.

Mar 26

Senate

Committee on the Judiciary. Ordered to be reported with an amendment in the nature of a substitute favorably.