Bill > SB2419

This bill amends the Uniform Controlled Substances Act in Hawaii to exclude certain drug testing products from the definition of "drug paraphernalia," which are items used in connection with illegal drugs. Specifically, it clarifies that "drug paraphernalia" does not include testing products used to determine if a controlled substance contains harmful chemicals, toxic substances, or hazardous compounds in quantities that could cause physical harm or death. This exclusion explicitly covers items like fentanyl test strips, chemical reagents, and spectrometers, which are tools used for harm reduction and public health purposes to identify dangerous substances in illicit drugs and prevent overdoses.

Health and Social Services

https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session/measure_indiv.aspx?billtype=SB&billnumber=2419&year=2026