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HB 2804

CONTROLLED SUBSTANCES-FENTANYL

104th Regular Session Introduced by C.D. Davidsmeyer and 7 co-sponsors

Illinois bill addressing fentanyl control through penalties and enforcement mechanisms to combat opioid overdose deaths.

Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Christopher "C.D." Davidsmeyer
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Bill Summary · HB 2804

Legislative bill overview

HB 2804 addresses fentanyl and controlled substances in Illinois, though the specific provisions are not detailed in the information provided. Based on the bill title and sponsor composition, it likely proposes penalties, enforcement measures, or regulatory changes related to fentanyl distribution and possession. The bill has gained bipartisan co-sponsorship as of May 2025.

Why is this important

Fentanyl has become a major driver of overdose deaths across the United States, including Illinois. Legislative responses typically aim to address supply-side control, penalties for trafficking, or public health interventions—each with different real-world consequences for law enforcement, public health systems, and affected communities.

Potential points of contention

  • Sentencing severity vs. treatment focus: Whether the bill emphasizes criminal penalties versus funding for addiction treatment and harm reduction services
  • Enforcement impact on marginalized communities: How enforcement mechanisms might disproportionately affect low-income and minority populations with existing disparities in drug-related prosecutions
  • Balance between deterrence and public health: Whether criminalization alone adequately addresses opioid addiction or if complementary public health approaches (naloxone access, medication-assisted treatment) are included

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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