Drug Cartel Terrorist Designation Act

Bill 119 hr 885, also known as the "Designation of Mexican Cartels as Foreign Terrorist Organizations Act," aims to address the growing threat posed by Mexican drug cartels by directing the Secretary of State to submit a report to Congress on the potential designation of four major cartels as foreign terrorist organizations. These cartels include the Gulf Cartel, the Cartel Del Noreste, the Cartel de Sinaloa, and the Cartel de Jalisco Nueva Generacion.

The bill seeks to explore the possibility of designating these cartels as foreign terrorist organizations in order to enhance the United States' ability to combat their criminal activities, which include drug trafficking, human trafficking, and violence. By designating these cartels as such, the US government would be able to impose stricter sanctions and penalties on individuals and entities associated with these organizations, as well as enhance cooperation with international partners in combating their illicit activities.

In addition to the designation of the cartels as foreign terrorist organizations, the bill also includes provisions for other purposes, which may include measures to enhance border security, increase intelligence sharing, and provide support to Mexican authorities in their efforts to combat the cartels. Overall, Bill 119 hr 885 represents a significant step towards addressing the threat posed by Mexican drug cartels and enhancing US efforts to combat transnational organized crime. It underscores the importance of international cooperation and coordination in addressing complex security challenges in the region.