Urging the federal government to declare foreign drug cartels as foreign terrorist organizations.

House Concurrent Resolution 14 (HCR14) is a formal request from the Texas Legislature urging the federal government to classify foreign drug cartels as foreign terrorist organizations. This designation would enable the U.S. government to apply counterterrorism measures against these cartels, potentially enhancing efforts to combat their activities.

Supporters of HCR14 argue that designating foreign drug cartels as terrorist organizations would provide law enforcement with additional tools to disrupt their operations. They believe this measure could lead to increased resources and coordination in combating the violence and drug trafficking associated with these cartels.

Critics of HCR14 express concerns that labeling foreign drug cartels as terrorist organizations could complicate diplomatic relations and potentially lead to unintended consequences, such as increased militarization of drug enforcement efforts. They also worry about the potential impact on immigrant communities and the risk of conflating drug-related issues with terrorism.