HB 7923·RI·house
AN ACT RELATING TO FOOD AND DRUGS -- UNIFORM CONTROLLED SUBSTANCES ACT
Signed into LawFiled Feb 27, 2026
Sponsor: Matthew Dawson (D)
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Signed by Governor
Jun 23, 2026
Summary
The bill repeals the old definition section of the Uniform Controlled Substances Act and replaces it with updated definitions for drugs, precursors and related terms. It also creates specific safeguards for prescribing opioids for acute, chronic or intractable pain, including documentation, monitoring‑program checks and limits on dosage. The changes affect doctors, pharmacists, drug distributors and anyone handling controlled substances in the state.
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