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PA SB866
PA SB866Further providing for schedules of controlled substances and for secure storage of xylazine; and adding provisions relating to medetomidine.
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Introduced
07/24/2025
07/24/2025
In Committee
07/24/2025
07/24/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025-2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Amending the act of April 14, 1972 (P.L.233, No.64), entitled "An act relating to the manufacture, sale and possession of controlled substances, other drugs, devices and cosmetics; conferring powers on the courts and the secretary and Department of Health, and a newly created Pennsylvania Drug, Device and Cosmetic Board; establishing schedules of controlled substances; providing penalties; requiring registration of persons engaged in the drug trade and for the revocation or suspension of certain licenses and registrations; and repealing an act," further providing for schedules of controlled substances and for secure storage of xylazine; and adding provisions relating to medetomidine.
AI Summary
This bill amends Pennsylvania's Controlled Substance, Drug, Device and Cosmetic Act to add medetomidine to Schedule III controlled substances, while simultaneously creating specific exceptions for its use in veterinary contexts. The bill establishes that medetomidine is not considered a controlled substance when used for approved animal drug purposes, such as when the drug has been approved by the U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services, is authorized for specific investigational uses, is manufactured for animal pharmaceutical purposes, or is used for pharmaceutical compounding by licensed pharmacists or veterinarians. Additionally, the bill expands existing regulations on secure storage to include medetomidine alongside xylazine, requiring veterinary practitioners to follow specific storage and protection protocols for these substances. The new provisions aim to provide a nuanced approach to regulating medetomidine that recognizes its legitimate veterinary medical applications while maintaining appropriate oversight of its potential for misuse.
Committee Categories
Agriculture and Natural Resources
Sponsors (4)
Last Action
Referred to Agriculture & Rural Affairs (on 07/24/2025)
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