In CommitteeFiled Jan 21, 2026
Sponsor: Rep. McDowell, Addison P. [R-NC-6] (R)
Latest Action
Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.
Jul 15, 2026
Summary
The PRESS Act amends the Controlled Substances Act to criminalize the production or distribution of tablet‑pressing and encapsulating machines when the maker knows they will be used to create or import illegal drugs. It applies to anyone who supplies such equipment with that intent, and it creates steep fines and prison terms of up to 20 years. The goal is to cut off a key supply chain for counterfeit and illicit pharmaceuticals.
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