The Stop Pills That Kill Act increases penalties for making and distributing fentanyl and counterfeit drugs. It also requires federal agencies to take action against these substances, including creating a plan for law enforcement and public education. Additionally, the Department of Justice must provide yearly reports on law enforcement efforts related to these drugs.
H.R. 8005 was introduced in the 119th Congress by Gabe Evans (Republican) and is currently listed as “Passed House”. It is classified under the Crime and Law Enforcement policy area, one of 235 bills in that area we track this Congress.
Gabe Evans is the sponsor of 12 bills in our database this Congress, so H.R. 8005 is part of a broader legislative agenda rather than a one-off proposal.
Our conflict-of-interest analysis rates H.R. 8005 2/10 (low risk), higher than 76% of analyzed bills; the average in Crime and Law Enforcement is 2/10.
Media outlets have praised the Stop Pills That Kill Act for its proactive approach to tackling the fentanyl crisis, emphasizing the need for stricter penalties to deter drug trafficking and protect public health. Supporters argue that the legislation will help reduce the availability of dangerous counterfeit substances that contribute to overdose deaths.
Critics of the Stop Pills That Kill Act have raised concerns about the potential for increased incarceration rates without addressing the root causes of addiction. Some argue that the focus on harsher penalties may not effectively combat the opioid crisis and could disproportionately impact marginalized communities.
The analysis of H.R. 8005, the Stop Pills That Kill Act, reveals no direct industry overlaps between the bill's subject matter and the sponsor Gabe Evans' top donor industries. The primary donor industry is Health Professionals, contributing a substantial $360,000,000, which may suggest a vested interest in healthcare-related legislation. However, since the bill does not directly pertain to the health professional industry or its practices, the risk of conflict of interest appears minimal. Additionally, the second largest donor category, Retired, with $112,500,000, does not seem to have any relevance to the bill's focus, further reducing potential conflicts. Voters should be aware that while large donations from health professionals could imply influence, the absence of direct industry overlap indicates a lower likelihood of conflicts affecting the legislative process.
Top industries funding Gabe Evans, ranked by total contributions.
Source: OpenSecrets.org (Center for Responsive Politics)
What does H.R. 8005 do?
The Stop Pills That Kill Act increases penalties for making and distributing fentanyl and counterfeit drugs. It also requires federal agencies to take action against these substances, including creating a plan for law enforcement and public education. Additionally, the Department of Justice must provide yearly reports on law enforcement efforts related to these drugs.
Has H.R. 8005 received a floor vote?
No roll-call vote on H.R. 8005 is recorded in our database yet. Its current status is “Passed House”.
Does H.R. 8005 have a conflict of interest?
Our conflict-of-interest analysis rates H.R. 8005 2/10 (low risk), higher than 76% of analyzed bills; the average in Crime and Law Enforcement is 2/10. This score reflects overlap between the sponsor’s campaign funding, lobbying activity, and the industries the bill affects. It is a transparency indicator, not an accusation.
What is the status of H.R. 8005?
H.R. 8005 is currently “Passed House” as of our last update on September 16, 2026.
Who sponsored H.R. 8005?
H.R. 8005 was sponsored by Gabe Evans (Republican).
