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Introduced
02/21/2019
02/21/2019
In Committee
01/08/2020
01/08/2020
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020
12/31/2020
Introduced Session
2019-2020 General Assembly
Bill Summary
AN ACT to amend the public health law, in relation to classifying gabapentin as a controlled substance The People of the State of New York, represented in Senate and Assem- bly, do enact as follows: 1
AI Summary
This bill classifies the drug gabapentin as a controlled substance. Specifically, it amends the New York Public Health Law to add gabapentin to the list of controlled substances. This means that gabapentin, which is commonly used to treat conditions like nerve pain and seizures, will now be subject to additional regulations and restrictions around its possession, distribution, and prescription. The bill will take effect on January 1 of the year following its enactment, with provisions for any necessary rule or regulation changes to be made prior to the effective date.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
REFERRED TO HEALTH (on 01/08/2020)
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