End Banking for Human Traffickers Act of 2025

House Bill

H.R. 3629

119th Congress

End Banking for Human Traffickers Act of 2025

In Committee

Introduced:May 29, 2025

Primary Sponsor

Frederica S. Wilson

Representative

Democratic

FL-24

Cosponsors

0

Quick Stats

Policy Area

Crime and Law Enforcement

Summary

This bill aims to address the growing problem of fentanyl abuse by placing fentanyl-related substances into the most restrictive drug classification, Schedule I. It also eliminates mandatory minimum sentences for certain drug offenses involving these substances.

Latest Action

Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

SponsorFrederica S. Wilson (D-FL)

Introduced5/29/2025

StatusReferred to the Committee on Financial Services, and in addition to the Committee on Foreign Affairs

ChamberHouse

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End Banking for Human Traffickers Act of 2025

This bill aims to address the growing problem of fentanyl abuse by placing fentanyl-related substances into the most restrictive drug classification, Schedule I. It also eliminates mandatory minimum sentences for certain drug offenses involving these substance

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This bill aims to address the growing problem of fentanyl abuse by placing fentanyl-related substances into the most restrictive drug classification, Schedule I. It also eliminates mandatory minimum sentences for certain drug offenses involving these substances.

Bill Number: 3629
Sponsor: Frederica S. Wilson (D-FL)
Introduced: 5/29/2025
Status: Referred to the Committee on Financial Services, and in addition to the Committee on Foreign Affairs
Policy Area: Crime and Law Enforcement

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Fact Sheet

Title: End Banking for Human Traffickers Act of 2025
Bill Number: 3629
Sponsor: Frederica S. Wilson (D-FL)
Status: Referred to the Committee on Financial Services, and in addition to the Committee on Foreign Affairs
Introduced: 5/29/2025
Summary: This bill aims to address the growing problem of fentanyl abuse by placing fentanyl-related substances into the most restrictive drug classification, Schedule I. It also eliminates mandatory minimum sentences for certain drug offenses involving these substances.

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Plain-English explanation of this bill

This bill aims to address the growing problem of fentanyl abuse by placing fentanyl-related substances into the most restrictive drug classification, Schedule I. It also eliminates mandatory minimum sentences for certain drug offenses involving these substances.

Last updated: 12/30/2025

Official Summary

Congressional Research Service summary

Federal Initiative to Guarantee Health by Targeting Fentanyl Act This bill places fentanyl-related substances as a class into schedule I of the Controlled Substances Act. A schedule I controlled substance is a drug, substance, or chemical that has a high potential for abuse; has no currently accepted medical value; and is subject to regulatory controls and administrative, civil, and criminal penalties under the Controlled Substances Act. Additionally, the bill prohibits the application of a mandatory minimum prison term for certain drug offenses involving fentanyl-related substances.

Key Points

Main provisions of the bill

Classifies fentanyl-related substances as Schedule I controlled substances, meaning they have a high potential for abuse and no accepted medical use.
Prohibits the application of mandatory minimum prison terms for some drug offenses involving fentanyl-related substances.
Targets the growing fentanyl crisis by increasing regulations and reducing mandatory sentences for certain fentanyl-related crimes.

How This Impacts Americans

Potential effects on citizens and communities

If passed, this bill would primarily impact people who manufacture, distribute, or possess fentanyl-related drugs. It could lead to fewer mandatory minimum sentences for some fentanyl-related offenses, while also making these substances more tightly controlled. The changes could help address the fentanyl epidemic, but may also raise concerns about potential disparities in sentencing for drug-related crimes.

Policy Areas

Primary Policy Area

Crime and Law Enforcement

Related Subjects

Criminal procedure and sentencing

Drug trafficking and controlled substances

Scope & Jurisdiction

Jurisdiction Level

federal

Congressional Session

119th Congress

Citation Reference

3629, 119th Congress (2025). "End Banking for Human Traffickers Act of 2025". Source: Voter's Right Platform. https://votersright.org/bills/118-hr-3629