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This bill adds three specific medications—misoprostol, mifepristone, and methotrexate—to Schedule III of controlled substances in Iowa's drug classification system. These medications are primarily known for their use in medical procedures related to pregnancy management, such as abortion or treatment of certain medical conditions. By classifying them as Schedule III controlled substances, the bill imposes stricter regulations on their manufacture, distribution, and dispensation. Individuals who handle these medications in violation of the new classification would be committing a class "C" felony, which carries significant legal consequences including potential fines ranging from $1,000 to $50,000. The bill specifically adds these medications to Section 124.208 of the Iowa Code, providing detailed chemical names and alternate names for each substance, which helps ensure precise identification and legal enforcement of the new controlled substance classification.

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https://www.legis.iowa.gov/legislation/BillBook?ga=91&ba=SF400