An Act amending the act of April 14, 1972 (P.L.233, No.64), known as The Controlled Substance, Drug, Device and Cosmetic Act, further providing for authority to control.
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill amends Pennsylvania’s Controlled Substance Act to establish a process for scheduling synthetic psilocybin in accordance with federal law. Specifically, it outlines how the state will align its scheduling with the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) when synthetic psilocybin is rescheduled at the federal level, ensuring consistency in drug control efforts. The bill also requires the Department of Health to notify the public through the Pennsylvania Bulletin after rescheduling.
Key provisions
- Establishes a process for scheduling synthetic psilocybin to align with federal regulations.
- Requires the Secretary of Health to notify the public through the Pennsylvania Bulletin after rescheduling.
- Specifies a timeline for notifying the Legislative Reference Bureau of rescheduling.
- Sets a 30-day period after publication in the Pennsylvania Bulletin for the rescheduling to take effect.
- References relevant federal statutes and regulations regarding controlled substances.
Who is affected
- Pharmaceutical companies
- The Department of Health
- The Pennsylvania Legislature
- Individuals involved in the drug trade
- Patients seeking mental health treatment
Notable changes
- Creates a mechanism for Pennsylvania to automatically adjust its drug scheduling to match federal changes regarding synthetic psilocybin.
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