The bill amends the Public Health Code by updating the definition of "drug paraphernalia" in section 7451. It specifies that drug paraphernalia includes various equipment and materials designed for activities related to controlled substances, such as planting, cultivating, and ingesting. The bill also clarifies that the term encompasses specific items like isomerization devices, testing equipment, weight scales, and various kits designed for handling controlled substances. Additionally, it introduces a new subsection that explicitly states that "drug paraphernalia" does not include testing products used to determine the presence of harmful chemicals or substances, such as fentanyl testing strips.

The amendments include the insertion of new legal language that refines the definition of drug paraphernalia and introduces exceptions for certain testing products. The bill removes outdated language and clarifies the intent of the law regarding the regulation of drug paraphernalia, ensuring that it does not inadvertently criminalize the use of testing products that can prevent harm or death from substance use.

Statutes affected:
Senate Introduced Bill: 333.7451
As Passed by the Senate: 333.7451