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On the recordFebruary 6, 2025
Mr. Speaker, I appreciate the comments. Mr. Speaker, I just will say that, if someone is trafficking in illicit fentanyl, they belong in jail. I understand the argument that people who are addicted need help and support, but if someone is trafficking in illicit fentanyl, they belong in jail. If someone is trafficking in a fentanyl derivative that is not scheduled, they don't go to jail. That is what we are here to do today. Mr. Speaker, I yield 1 minute to the gentleman from Colorado (Mr. Evans), my good friend.
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Brett Guthrie
Republican · Kentucky

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