SB11-196 Summary

• Removes ephedrine from the Schedule II controlled substances list and adds ephedrine, pseudoephedrine, and phenylpropanolamine to the Schedule III controlled substances list.

• Repeals section 18-18-412.8, which previously restricted retail sales of methamphetamine precursor drugs, including purchase limits of 3.6 grams per 24-hour period and prohibitions on sales to minors.

• Amends the pharmacy licensing statute to remove reference to section 18-18-412.8 in the list of crimes triggering license revocation or suspension.

• Reclassifies the three precursor drugs as Schedule III substances rather than Schedule II, changing their legal status under Colorado drug control laws.