Bureau of Narcotics and Dangerous Drugs (BNDD)

The Bureau of Narcotics and Dangerous Drugs (BNDD) was a U.S. federal agency established in 1968, responsible for regulating and controlling narcotics and other dangerous drugs. Its primary mission was to enforce laws against drug trafficking and abuse, ensuring public health and safety. The BNDD consolidated various drug-related responsibilities, overseeing the distribution of controlled substances and collaborating with law enforcement to combat drug-related crime. In 1973, the BNDD was absorbed into the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), which continues to manage drug enforcement and policy in the United States today.