Deescalation Drone Pilot Program Act of 2025

House Bill

H.R. 3598

119th Congress

Deescalation Drone Pilot Program Act of 2025

In Committee

Introduced:Jun 3, 2025

Primary Sponsor

Troy E. Nehls

Representative

Republican

TX-22

Cosponsors

0

Quick Stats

Policy Area

International Affairs

Summary

This bill would require the State Department to conduct a comprehensive study investigating the Chinese government's role in distributing the dangerous drug fentanyl in the United States, including its influence on the U.S. government, economy, and industries.

Latest Action

Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H2953-2955)

SponsorTroy E. Nehls (R-TX)

Introduced6/3/2025

StatusReferred to the Subcommittee on Aviation.

ChamberHouse

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Deescalation Drone Pilot Program Act of 2025

This bill would require the State Department to conduct a comprehensive study investigating the Chinese government's role in distributing the dangerous drug fentanyl in the United States, including its influence on the U.S. government, economy, and industries.

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This bill would require the State Department to conduct a comprehensive study investigating the Chinese government's role in distributing the dangerous drug fentanyl in the United States, including its influence on the U.S. government, economy, and industries.

Bill Number: 3598
Sponsor: Troy E. Nehls (R-TX)
Introduced: 6/3/2025
Status: Referred to the Subcommittee on Aviation.
Policy Area: International Affairs

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Fact Sheet

Title: Deescalation Drone Pilot Program Act of 2025
Bill Number: 3598
Sponsor: Troy E. Nehls (R-TX)
Status: Referred to the Subcommittee on Aviation.
Introduced: 6/3/2025
Summary: This bill would require the State Department to conduct a comprehensive study investigating the Chinese government's role in distributing the dangerous drug fentanyl in the United States, including its influence on the U.S. government, economy, and industries.

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Plain-English explanation of this bill

This bill would require the State Department to conduct a comprehensive study investigating the Chinese government's role in distributing the dangerous drug fentanyl in the United States, including its influence on the U.S. government, economy, and industries.

Last updated: 12/30/2025

Official Summary

Congressional Research Service summary

<html><body><p>This bill requires the Department of State to conduct a comprehensive study assessing the Chinese Communist Party's role in the distribution of fentanyl in the United States, including its influence on the U.S. government, the U.S. economy, and U.S. public industries.</p></body></html>

Key Points

Main provisions of the bill

Directs the State Department to conduct an in-depth study on China's involvement in the fentanyl crisis in the U.S.
Examines the Chinese government's influence over the U.S. government, economy, and public industries related to the fentanyl trade.
Aims to better understand and address the Chinese Communist Party's role in the deadly opioid epidemic in America.

How This Impacts Americans

Potential effects on citizens and communities

If passed, this bill could have significant implications for U.S.-China relations and the ongoing fight against the opioid crisis. The findings of the study could lead to new policies or actions targeting China's involvement in the fentanyl trade, which has devastated many American communities. The report could also impact public perception and government response to the opioid epidemic.

Policy Areas

Primary Policy Area

International Affairs

Scope & Jurisdiction

Jurisdiction Level

federal

Congressional Session

119th Congress

Citation Reference

3598, 119th Congress (2025). "Deescalation Drone Pilot Program Act of 2025". Source: Voter's Right Platform. https://votersright.org/bills/118-hr-3598