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The Boggs Act, formally known as the Narcotic Control Act of 1956, was a U.S. federal law that significantly increased penalties for drug offenses, particularly for narcotics such as heroin and marijuana. It was named after Congressman Francis Boggs and aimed to combat drug trafficking and abuse by imposing mandatory minimum sentences. The act represented a shift towards more punitive measures in drug policy, laying the groundwork for future legislation on drug enforcement. Its impact contributed to the broader War on Drugs in subsequent decades.

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