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H.R. 8535 · 119th Congress (2025-2026)
4 members · Left 2 · Center 0 · Right 2 (Bill Ranking)
| Sponsor | Rep. Walkinshaw, James R. (D-VA) (Introduced 04/27/2026) |
|---|---|
| Sponsor Voting Record | Lean left · DW-NOMINATE -0.42 · measured from every roll-call vote this member has cast (voteview.com) (Sponsor Ranking) |
| Support |
LLLCLRR support across the spectrum: 4 members signed on (Bill Ranking) this bill: sponsor + current cosponsors, each once |
| Committees | Senate - Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee; House - Homeland Security Committee; House - Homeland Security Committee; House - Homeland Security Committee |
| Latest Action | 07/14/2026 Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. |
| Roll Call Votes | There have been no roll call votes |
| Source | view on congress.gov → |
Introduced in House (04/27/2026)
Measuring Illicit Fentanyl Trafficking Act
This bill requires the components of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) engaged in the detection, deterrence, and seizure of fentanyl to collaborate and share relevant information and data with each other. The bill also requires DHS to establish performance metrics related to the detection, deterrence, and seizure of fentanyl for DHS and its components.
119 HR 8535 EH: Measuring Illicit Fentanyl Trafficking Act U.S. House of Representatives text/xml EN Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. I 119th CONGRESS2d Session H. R. 8535
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES AN ACT To direct the Secretary of Homeland Security to develop performance metrics relating to the detection, deterrence, and seizure of illicit fentanyl, and for other purposes.
1.Short titleThis act may be cited as the Measuring Illicit Fentanyl Trafficking Act.
2.Combatting illicit fentanylNot later than one year after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Homeland Security shall— (1)ensure that each component of the Department of Homeland Security engaged in the detection, deterrence, and seizure of illicit fentanyl— (A)to the extent practicable, collaborate and share relevant information and data relating to the detection, deterrence, and seizure of illicit fentanyl with other components of the Department of Homeland Security engaged in such detection, deterrence, and seizure or the measurement thereof; and (B)identify any barriers to sharing relevant information and data pursuant to paragraph (1); and (2)establish performance metrics relating to the detection, deterrence, and seizure of illicit fentanyl for the Department of Homeland Security and each component of such Department and ensure that such metrics align with any strategic objectives and goals of the Department related to the efforts of the Department to combat illicit fentanyl trafficking. Passed the House of Representatives July 13, 2026.Kevin F. McCumber,Clerk.
119 HR 8535 IH: Measuring Illicit Fentanyl Trafficking Act U.S. House of Representatives 2026-04-27 text/xml EN Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. I119th CONGRESS2d SessionH. R. 8535IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVESApril 27, 2026Mr. Walkinshaw (for himself, Mr. McCaul, Mr. Correa, and Mr. Guest) introduced the following bill; which was referred to the Committee on Homeland SecurityA BILLTo direct the Secretary of Homeland Security to develop performance metrics relating to the detection, deterrence, and seizure of fentanyl.1.Short titleThis act may be cited as the Measuring Illicit Fentanyl Trafficking Act.2.Combatting illicit fentanylNot later than one year after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Homeland Security shall—(1)ensure that each component of the Department of Homeland Security engaged in the detection, deterrence, and seizure of fentanyl—(A)collaborate and share relevant information and data relating to the detection, deterrence, and seizure of fentanyl with other components of the Department of Homeland Security engaged in such detection, deterrence, and seizure; and(B)identify any barriers to sharing relevant information and data pursuant to paragraph (1); and(2)establish performance metrics relating to the detection, deterrence, and seizure of fentanyl for the Department of Homeland Security and each component of such Department.
119 HR 8535 : Measuring Illicit Fentanyl Trafficking Act U.S. House of Representatives 2026-07-14 text/xml EN Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. IIB119th CONGRESS2d SessionH. R. 8535IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATESJuly 14, 2026 Received; read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental AffairsAN ACTTo direct the Secretary of Homeland Security to develop performance metrics relating to the detection, deterrence, and seizure of illicit fentanyl, and for other purposes.1.Short titleThis act may be cited as the Measuring Illicit Fentanyl Trafficking Act.2.Combatting illicit fentanylNot later than one year after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Homeland Security shall—(1)ensure that each component of the Department of Homeland Security engaged in the detection, deterrence, and seizure of illicit fentanyl—(A)to the extent practicable, collaborate and share relevant information and data relating to the detection, deterrence, and seizure of illicit fentanyl with other components of the Department of Homeland Security engaged in such detection, deterrence, and seizure or the measurement thereof; and(B)identify any barriers to sharing relevant information and data pursuant to paragraph (1); and(2)establish performance metrics relating to the detection, deterrence, and seizure of illicit fentanyl for the Department of Homeland Security and each component of such Department and ensure that such metrics align with any strategic objectives and goals of the Department related to the efforts of the Department to combat illicit fentanyl trafficking.Passed the House of Representatives July 13, 2026.Kevin F. McCumber,Clerk.
119 HR 8535 RH: Measuring Illicit Fentanyl Trafficking Act U.S. House of Representatives 2026-07-13 text/xml EN Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. IBUnion Calendar No. 646119th CONGRESS2d SessionH. R. 8535[Report No. 119–742]IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVESApril 27, 2026Mr. Walkinshaw (for himself, Mr. McCaul, Mr. Correa, and Mr. Guest) introduced the following bill; which was referred to the Committee on Homeland SecurityJuly 13, 2026Reported with amendments, committed to the Committee of the Whole House on the State of the Union, and ordered to be printedStrike out all after the enacting clause and insert the part printed in italicFor text of introduced bill, see copy of bill as introduced on April 27, 2026A BILLTo direct the Secretary of Homeland Security to develop performance metrics relating to the detection, deterrence, and seizure of fentanyl.1.Short titleThis act may be cited as the Measuring Illicit Fentanyl Trafficking Act.2.Combatting illicit fentanylNot later than one year after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Homeland Security shall—(1)ensure that each component of the Department of Homeland Security engaged in the detection, deterrence, and seizure of illicit fentanyl—(A)to the extent practicable, collaborate and share relevant information and data relating to the detection, deterrence, and seizure of illicit fentanyl with other components of the Department of Homeland Security engaged in such detection, deterrence, and seizure or the measurement thereof; and(B)identify any barriers to sharing relevant information and data pursuant to paragraph (1); and(2)establish performance metrics relating to the detection, deterrence, and seizure of illicit fentanyl for the Department of Homeland Security and each component of such Department and ensure that such metrics align with any strategic objectives and goals of the Department related to the efforts of the Department to combat illicit fentanyl trafficking.Amend the title so as to read: A bill to direct the Secretary of Homeland Security to develop performance metrics relating to the detection, deterrence, and seizure of illicit fentanyl, and for other purposes..July 13, 2026Reported with amendments, committed to the Committee of the Whole House on the State of the Union, and ordered to be printed
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| Date | Chamber | All Actions |
|---|---|---|
| 04/27/2026 | Library of Congress | Introduced in House |
| 04/27/2026 | Library of Congress | Introduced in House |
| 04/27/2026 | House floor actions | Referred to the House Committee on Homeland Security. |
| 04/28/2026 | House committee actions | Referred to the Subcommittee on Border Security and Enforcement. |
| 06/24/2026 | House committee actions | Subcommittee on Border Security and Enforcement Discharged |
| 06/24/2026 | House committee actions | Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held |
| 06/24/2026 | House committee actions | Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 30 - 0. |
| 07/13/2026 | Library of Congress | Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Homeland Security. H. Rept. 119-742. |
| 07/13/2026 | House floor actions | Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Homeland Security. H. Rept. 119-742. |
| 07/13/2026 | House floor actions | Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 646. |
| 07/13/2026 | House floor actions | Mr. Garbarino moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended. |
| 07/13/2026 | House floor actions | Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H4398) |
| 07/13/2026 | House floor actions | DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 8535. |
| 07/13/2026 | Library of Congress | 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) |
| 07/13/2026 | House floor actions | On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H4398) |
| 07/13/2026 | House floor actions | Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. |
| 07/13/2026 | House floor actions | The title of the measure was amended. Agreed to without objection. |
| 07/14/2026 | Senate | Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. |
| Title Type | Title |
|---|---|
| Official Titles as Amended by House | To direct the Secretary of Homeland Security to develop performance metrics relating to the detection, deterrence, and seizure of illicit fentanyl, and for other purposes. |
| Display Title | Measuring Illicit Fentanyl Trafficking Act |
| Official Title as Introduced | To direct the Secretary of Homeland Security to develop performance metrics relating to the detection, deterrence, and seizure of fentanyl. |
| Short Titles from RFS (Referred to Senate) bill text | Measuring Illicit Fentanyl Trafficking Act |
| Short Title(s) as Passed House | Measuring Illicit Fentanyl Trafficking Act |
| Official Titles from EH (Engrossed in House) bill text | To direct the Secretary of Homeland Security to develop performance metrics relating to the detection, deterrence, and seizure of illicit fentanyl, and for other purposes. |
| Short Title(s) as Reported to House | Measuring Illicit Fentanyl Trafficking Act |
| Short Title(s) as Introduced | Measuring Illicit Fentanyl Trafficking Act |
There are no amendments to this bill.
* = Original cosponsor
| Committee | Activity |
|---|---|
| Senate - Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee | 07/14/2026 Referred To |
| House - Homeland Security Committee | 07/13/2026 Reported By |
| House - Homeland Security Committee | 06/24/2026 Markup By |
| House - Homeland Security Committee | 04/27/2026 Referred To |
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Policy Area: Crime and Law Enforcement
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