Bill > HB1167

This bill provides exceptions to paraphernalia statutes by explicitly excluding items marketed to detect the presence of drugs or controlled substances, such as field test kits and test strips, from being classified as illegal paraphernalia. The bill amends several sections of Indiana law, including statutes related to professional licensing, controlled substances, and paraphernalia offenses. Specifically, the amendments modify IC 35-48-4-8.1, IC 35-48-4-8.3, and IC 35-48-4-8.5 to clarify that drug testing items like test strips and field test kits cannot be considered illegal paraphernalia. This change means that professionals will not face license suspension or criminal penalties for possessing these types of testing items, which are typically used to help individuals identify the contents or purity of substances. The bill takes effect on July 1, 2025, and appears to be aimed at providing a clear legal protection for items intended to promote harm reduction and safety by allowing people to test substances.

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https://iga.in.gov/legislative/2025/bills/house/1167/details