Committee introduces RS 32861 to update Idaho Controlled Substances Act and scheduling review

Nikki Chapsky, Health Professions Bureau Chief at the Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses, presented RS 32861 and said it seeks to update the Idaho Controlled Substances Act in accordance with Idaho Code 37-2702, subsection A. "This bill, in accordance with Idaho code 372702, subsection A, seeks to update the Idaho Controlled Substances act and provides this legislature with the opportunity to independently review substances for scheduling," Chapsky said.

Chapsky told the committee the board collaborated with Idaho State Police to remove unnecessary chemical names and retain common names for substances, and that edits correct spelling, numbering and drafting errors from previous versions. She said the changes do not impact the state's enforcement ability. The Chair moved to introduce RS 32861 and the motion passed by voice vote; the committee deferred detailed questions to a full bill hearing.