HR. 621In Committee
Protecting First Responders from Secondary Exposure Act of 2025
Expands Justice Department substance use program grants to cover containment devices and related training for first responders to prevent secondary exposure to fentanyl and other lethal substances
Plain-English overview
What this bill does
Expands Justice Department substance use program grants to cover containment devices and related training for first responders to prevent secondary exposure to fentanyl and other lethal substances
Key points
- Allow containment devices
- Allow responder training
- Expand grant uses
Current status
Where it stands
Status
In Committee
Latest action
2025-01-22 — Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Related context
Topics and policy areas
undefinedCrime and Law EnforcementDrug trafficking and controlled substancesEmployment and training programsFirst responders and emergency personnel