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OR HB3648

Relating to incineration; prescribing an effective date.


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Introduced
02/20/2025
In Committee
02/21/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

2025 Legislative Measures

Bill Summary

The statement includes a measure digest written in compliance with applicable readability standards. Digest: The Act directs the Department of State Police to study places where drugs can be de- stroyed. The Act takes effect on the 91st day after sine die. (Flesch Readability Score: 80.3). Directs the Department of State Police to study locations where controlled substances can be incinerated. Requires the department to provide the results of the study to the appropriate interim committees of the Legislative Assembly no later than September 1, 2026. Sunsets January 2, 2027. Takes effect on the 91st day following adjournment sine die.

AI Summary

This bill directs the Department of State Police to conduct a comprehensive study on potential locations for incinerating controlled substances. Specifically, the department is required to research and evaluate sites suitable for safely destroying drugs, and then prepare a detailed report with their findings and any recommended legislative changes. The report must be submitted to the appropriate interim legislative committees by September 1, 2026. The bill includes a sunset provision that automatically repeals the study requirement on January 2, 2027, and it will take effect 91 days after the 2025 regular legislative session adjourns sine die (a legal term meaning the legislature has concluded its session without setting a day to reconvene). The purpose of the study appears to be exploring more efficient and secure methods for disposing of controlled substances, which could help prevent these substances from being misused or falling into the wrong hands.

Committee Categories

Agriculture and Natural Resources

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Referred to Climate, Energy, and Environment. (on 02/21/2025)

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