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MS HB379
MS HB379Screening and approval program for retail sale of products containing certain substances; establish.
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Introduced
01/09/2026
01/09/2026
In Committee
01/09/2026
01/09/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
02/03/2026
02/03/2026
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
An Act To Establish A Screening And Approval Program For The Over-the-counter Availability And Retail Sale Of Products That Contain Any Substance With The Potential To Be Recreationally Used Or Abused; To Define Certain Terms Relating To The Act; To Require The State Department Of Health To Administer The Program; To Require The State Health Officer To Approve Or Deny The Over-the-counter Availability And Retail Sale Of Products That Contain Any Substance With The Potential To Be Recreationally Used Or Abused; To Provide That A Process To Appeal Such Determination Shall Be Available To The Manufacturer Or Distributor Of Such Product That Was Denied By The State Health Officer; To Provide That The Department Shall Establish Rules And Regulations As Necessary To Implement And Administer The Program; To Provide An Exception For Certain Ordinances And Regulations Of Municipalities And Counties; And For Related Purposes.
AI Summary
This bill establishes a screening and approval program within the State Department of Health to regulate the over-the-counter sale of products containing substances with the potential for recreational use or abuse, which are defined as substances used without a doctor's direction for enjoyment, perceived health benefits, or other illegitimate purposes, and which can cause harm, dependence, or health and social problems. The State Health Officer will approve or deny the sale of these products based on available evidence, and manufacturers or distributors whose products are denied can appeal to the State Board of Health within thirty days. The Department of Health will create necessary rules and regulations to manage this program, and this act does not override existing or future local ordinances or regulations that limit or prohibit the sale or use of such substances.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Died In Committee (on 02/03/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
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| State Bill Page | https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/2026/pdf/history/HB/HB0379.xml |
| BillText | https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/documents/2026/html/HB/0300-0399/HB0379IN.htm |
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