Bill > HB0173

This bill amends Utah's Controlled Substances Act by adding several new substances to Schedule I of the controlled substances list, which includes the most dangerous drugs with no accepted medical use. Specifically, the bill adds three new substances to the schedule: Phenibut (a substance used as a psychiatric drug and nootropic), Tianeptine (an antidepressant), and 3,4-dichloro-N-[2-(dimethylamino)cyclohexyl]-N-methylbenzamide (also known as U-47700, a synthetic opioid). By adding these substances to Schedule I, the bill makes it illegal to possess, distribute, or manufacture these drugs in Utah, with potential criminal penalties for violations. The bill is set to take effect on May 7, 2025, which gives stakeholders and law enforcement time to prepare for the new legal restrictions. This type of legislative amendment is common as new potentially dangerous substances emerge and lawmakers seek to regulate them to protect public health and safety.

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