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MI HB6057

Bill

Status

Introduced

5/23/2018

Primary Sponsor

Diana Farrington

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Origin

House of Representatives

99th Legislature

AI Summary

  • Prohibits sale or trade of finished drug products containing dextromethorphan to individuals under 18 years of age, with exceptions for prescription medications.

  • Requires retailers to obtain proof of age from purchasers before selling dextromethorphan products, unless the purchaser's appearance reasonably indicates they are at least 25 years old.

  • Prohibits individuals under 18 from purchasing finished drug products containing dextromethorphan, except when prescribed.

  • Establishes penalties for sellers: warning letter for first violation, up to $50 civil fine for second violation, and up to $100 civil fine for third or subsequent violations; individuals under 18 who violate purchase restrictions face a $50 civil fine.

  • Preempts all county, city, village, and township ordinances regulating dextromethorphan sales to establish uniform statewide standards.

Legislative Description

Health; pharmaceuticals; sale or purchase of dextromethorphan for individuals under the age of 18; prohibit. Amends 1978 PA 368 (MCL 333.1101 - 333.25211) by adding sec. 17766g.

Trade: consumer goods and services

Last Action

Bill Electronically Reproduced 05/23/2018

5/24/2018

Committee Referrals

Health Policy5/23/2018

Full Bill Text

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