Test Strip Access Act of 2025

# Test Strip Access Act of 2025 - Summary **What the Bill Would Do** The Test Strip Access Act of 2025 aims to improve access to drug testing strips (also called fentanyl test strips or drug checking strips). These are small strips that people can use to check whether drugs contain fentanyl or other dangerous substances. The bill appears designed to make these testing tools more widely available and easier to obtain, likely through changes to federal regulations or funding that currently limit their distribution. **Who It Affects and Key Provisions** The bill would primarily affect people who use drugs, public health agencies, harm reduction organizations, and potentially law enforcement.

By facilitating access to test strips, the legislation is intended to help prevent overdose deaths—particularly from fentanyl contamination—by allowing drug users to identify dangerous substances before consumption. The bill focuses on health promotion and prevention rather than punishment. **Current Status** As of now, HR 1562 remains in committee and has not been voted on by the full House of Representatives. The bill was introduced by Representative Jasmine Crockett (D-TX) in the 119th Congress.