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TX HB867

TX HB867
Relating to the use, possession, delivery, or manufacture of testing equipment that identifies the presence of fentanyl, alpha-methylfentanyl, or any other derivative of fentanyl.


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Introduced
12/02/2022
In Committee
03/01/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
05/29/2023

Introduced Session

88th Legislature Regular Session

Bill Summary

Relating to the use, possession, delivery, or manufacture of testing equipment that identifies the presence of fentanyl, alpha-methylfentanyl, or any other derivative of fentanyl.

AI Summary

This bill amends the Texas Health and Safety Code to exempt from criminal liability the use, possession, delivery, or manufacture of testing equipment that identifies the presence of fentanyl, alpha-methylfentanyl, or any other derivative of fentanyl. The change in law only applies to offenses committed on or after the effective date of the bill, which is September 1, 2023. This change is intended to encourage the use of testing equipment that can detect the presence of these dangerous substances and help prevent overdoses.

Committee Categories

Health and Social Services

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Referred to Public Health (on 03/01/2023)

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