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TX HB1636
Bill
Status
12/16/2024
Primary Sponsor
Tom Oliverson
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AI Summary
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Adds mifepristone and misoprostol to the list of Schedule IV controlled substances under the Texas Controlled Substances Act
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Retains carisoprodol (a muscle relaxant) on the existing Schedule IV list while expanding the section to include the two additional substances
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Mifepristone and misoprostol are medications commonly used together for medication abortions; misoprostol also has other medical uses including treating ulcers and inducing labor
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Changes apply only to offenses committed on or after the effective date; offenses before that date remain governed by prior law
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Takes effect September 1, 2025
Legislative Description
Relating to designating certain substances as Schedule IV controlled substances under the Texas Controlled Substances Act.
MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS
Last Action
Referred to Public Health
3/12/2025