The bill amends R.S. 40:1021(B) to redefine the term "drug paraphernalia" by exempting rapid fentanyl test strips (FTS) and any testing equipment or devices that are solely used to determine the presence of any controlled dangerous substance or chemical compound that can cause physical harm or death. The amendment specifies that these testing tools must not be used to facilitate the manufacture or distribution of any controlled substance in violation of existing laws.

Additionally, the bill removes the previous specification that the testing equipment was only for detecting fentanyl or its analogues, broadening the scope to include any controlled dangerous substance. The effective date of the bill is contingent upon the governor's signature or the expiration of the time for bills to become law without signature, as outlined in the Louisiana Constitution.

Statutes affected:
SB78 Original: 40:1021(B)
SB78 Engrossed: 40:1021(B)
SB78 Reengrossed: 40:1021(B)
SB78 Enrolled: 40:1021(B)
SB78 Act : 40:1021(B)