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State lawmakers are considering stiffened penalties for selling drugs laced with fentanyl.
Current state law calls for five to 40 years in prison and a fine of up to $50,000.
Republican State Senator Glen Womack wants to raise the minimum sentence to eight years, the maximum to 43 years, and a doubling of the fine.
GOP Senator Bodi White wants a ten year minimum and a 45 year maximum.
The committee discussing the bill adopted White's amendment.
The bill now awaits full approval on the Senate floor.
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