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GA HB1309

Bill

Official Source

Status

Passed

5/24/2010

Primary Sponsor

Tommy Benton

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Origin

House of Representatives

2009-2010 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Adds synthetic cannabinoids (commonly known as K2 or synthetic marijuana) to Georgia's Schedule I controlled substances list by amending Code Section 16-13-25
  • Specifically schedules three chemical compounds: JWH-018, HU-210, and CP 47,497, including their salts, isomers, and homologues
  • Legislative findings state these synthetic cannabinoids are 3 to over 100 times more potent than THC and do not produce positive results on standard urinalysis drug tests
  • Cites growing popularity among high school and college students and individuals on probation and parole, noting that many other states and the federal government have already scheduled these substances
  • Takes effect immediately upon the Governor's approval or upon becoming law without such approval

Legislative Description

Controlled substances; add synthetic cannabinoids to Schedule I list; provide

Last Action

Effective Date

5/24/2010

Committee Referrals

Health and Human Services3/30/2010
Judiciary - Non-Civil3/8/2010

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