The bill amends the existing public health law in Michigan, specifically focusing on the scheduling of controlled substances. It establishes that if a substance is designated, rescheduled, or deleted as a controlled substance under federal law, the state administrator must similarly schedule it under state law unless a board meeting is held within 60 days to assess the need for a different classification. If the administrator opts not to align the state scheduling with federal law, they are required to publish the reasons for this decision within 60 days.

This amendment aims to streamline the process of aligning state and federal controlled substance regulations, ensuring that any changes at the federal level are promptly addressed at the state level. The bill emphasizes transparency by mandating the publication of reasons for any discrepancies in scheduling decisions. The act is set to take immediate effect upon approval.

Statutes affected:
Substitute (S-1): 333.7204
Senate Introduced Bill: 333.7204
As Passed by the Senate: 333.7204
As Passed by the House: 333.7204
Senate Enrolled Bill: 333.7204