Ciscomani, Hinson Host Roundtable on the Fentanyl Epidemic

November 1, 2024

TUCSON, AZ - U.S. Representatives Juan Ciscomani (AZ-06) and Ashley Hinson (IA-02) hosted a roundtable with those impacted by the fentanyl epidemic to hear their stories and discuss how Congress can continue to work to make a lasting impact combating this crisis. 

“In my district, and across the United States, fentanyl has infiltrated our communities, affecting people from all walks of life,” said Ciscomani. “Too many lives have been forever changed and countless families have had to endure the pain of losing a loved one. Amid the ongoing border crisis, the amount of fentanyl entering our country has spiked to record levels. The stakes could not be clearer, Congress must come together to secure the border, implement stronger prevention efforts, and expand access to care and resources for those battling addiction. I am grateful to Rep. Hinson for joining this roundtable with me and sharing her perspective from Iowa.”

“Deadly fentanyl is pouring in through the Southern Border because of Kamala Harris’ open border policies,” said Hinson. “Congressman Ciscomani is doing incredible work to combat the scourge of fentanyl in Arizona and across the country, and I’m grateful he included me in this crucial conversation as we continue working to secure the border, combat the drug cartels, and save American lives.”

Background

Ciscomani co-introduced the Combating Cartels on Social Media Act (H.R. 2393) to crack down on cartels using social media and online platforms to recruit Americans for smuggling operations along the southern border.  
Ciscomani introduced the End the Border Catastrophe Act (H.R. 3602) to address the border crisis by: 
- Restarting construction of the border wall  
- Hiring new Border Patrol agents  
- Reinstating Remain in Mexico and ending catch-and-release  
- Streamlining the asylum process and raising the credible fear standard  
- Ending abuse of parole  
- Reimbursing states for local law enforcement activities related to the border. 
- Providing grants for border states to construct and repair border barriers. 
In September 2024, Ciscomani delivered a speech on the floor of the House of Representatives about the impact of the fentanyl epidemic and the need to hold drug cartels and traffickers accountable.  
In May 2024, Ciscomani hosted a field hearing with the House Judiciary Committee in Sahuarita, Arizona to hear from parents and individuals impacted by the fentanyl epidemic. 
On July 7, 2023, Ciscomani was named to the Congressional Task Force to Combat Mexican Cartels.

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