AI-assisted analysis based on the official CRS summary. Source version: Jul 8, 2026. Analysis updated: Sep 20, 2026.
01 — The Text
What.
- Requires DHS components engaged in detection, deterrence, and seizure of fentanyl to collaborate and share relevant information and data with each other
- Requires DHS to establish performance metrics related to fentanyl detection, deterrence, and seizure
- The performance metrics requirement applies to both DHS as a whole and its individual components
- Passed the House on July 13, 2026 by voice vote under suspension of the rules
- Received in the Senate on July 14, 2026 and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs
02 — The Stakes
So what?
- The bill's effects on fentanyl trafficking interdiction outcomes are not quantified or established in the official summary
- Whether improved inter-agency data sharing and metrics establishment will reduce illicit fentanyl trafficking is not documented
- The specific performance metrics to be established are not detailed in the official summary
- No information is provided about implementation timelines, resource requirements, or enforcement mechanisms
03 — The Path
Now what?
- House passed the amended bill on July 13, 2026 by voice vote
- Senate received the bill on July 14, 2026 and referred it to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs
- No scheduled Senate committee or floor votes are documented
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.