HOUSE 795118th CongressReferred to the Committee on Homeland Security, and in addition to the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.

Expressing support for the proclamation of a "National Cybersecurity Awareness Month".

Last Action: 10/25/2023

Actions

2023-02-02Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
2023-02-02Introduced in House
2023-02-02Introduced in House

CRS Summary

As of 2023-02-02 (00)

Protecting First Responders from Secondary Exposure Act of 2023

This bill expands the allowable uses of grant funds under the Comprehensive Opioid, Stimulant, and Substance Abuse Program administered by the Department of Justice.

Specifically, the bill allows grants to be used for purchasing containment devices for first responders and training first responders on the use of containment devices to prevent secondary exposure to fentanyl and other potentially lethal substances.

Cosponsors (20)

David Trone (D-MD)
Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA)
Claudia Tenney (R-NY)
Kim Schrier (D-WA)
Anthony D'Esposito (R-NY)
Madeleine Dean (D-PA)
Dean Phillips (D-MN)
Andrew Garbarino (R-NY)
Michael Lawler (R-NY)
Lori Chavez-DeRemer (R-OR)
Marie Perez (D-WA)
Nick LaLota (R-NY)
Josh Gottheimer (D-NJ)
Kathy Manning (D-NC)
CHRISTOPHER SMITH (R-NJ)
Chris Pappas (D-NH)
Angie Craig (D-MN)
Yadira Caraveo (D-CO)
Valerie Foushee (D-NC)
Brandon Williams (R-NY)

Subjects

Drug trafficking and controlled substances
Employment and training programs
First responders and emergency personnel

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