Bill > SB1257

This bill modifies the Uniform Controlled Dangerous Substances Act by updating the definitions and classifications of certain substances. Specifically, it amends the definition of "marijuana" to include synthetic equivalents and isomers with similar pharmacological activity, and clarifies that industrial hemp with a low concentration of delta-9 tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) is excluded. The bill also adds "Tetrahydrocannabinols" to Schedule I, which lists substances with a high potential for abuse and no currently accepted medical use, and removes "Dronabinol" from Schedule III, which lists substances with a moderate to low potential for physical and psychological dependence, while also adding it to Schedule I. These changes aim to align state law with federal regulations and address the evolving landscape of controlled substances. The act is set to become effective on November 1, 2026.