Uniform Controlled Dangerous Substances Act; modifying classification of certain substances. Effective date.
Approved by Governor 05/20/2026
Summary
The bill amends the Uniform Controlled Dangerous Substances Act to add new definitions (e.g., acute pain, administer, agent) and to move specific drugs into or out of Schedule I and Schedule III. It affects doctors, patients, law‑enforcement officers, and businesses that handle controlled substances by clarifying how those substances are classified and handled. The changes aim to keep state drug policy aligned with current medical and enforcement needs.
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