01 — The Text
What.
- Requires DHS agencies to share fentanyl detection, interdiction, and seizure data with each other.
- Mandates DHS establish measurable performance metrics to track fentanyl enforcement efforts.
- Improves coordination between DHS components currently working on fentanyl trafficking separately.
02 — The Stakes
So what?
- Border patrol, customs, and Coast Guard get unified intelligence instead of siloed information—potentially catching more smugglers.
- Taxpayers get transparency on how DHS actually performs against fentanyl, not just agency claims.
- Drug enforcement becomes measurable; Congress can hold DHS accountable for results.
03 — The Path
Now what?
- House passed it July 13 with bipartisan voice vote. Now in Senate Homeland Security Committee—typical pathway is 2-4 months.
- Contact your senator to weigh in on committee priorities if fentanyl interdiction matters to you.
Legislative History
Actions.
- Jul 14, 2026 — Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
- Jul 13, 2026 — The title of the measure was amended. Agreed to without objection.
- Jul 13, 2026 — Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
- Jul 13, 2026 — On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H4398)
- Jul 13, 2026 — Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H4398)
- Jul 13, 2026 — DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 8535.
- Jul 13, 2026 — Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H4398)
- Jul 13, 2026 — Mr. Garbarino moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended.