This bill amends Title 18 of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, specifically addressing the sale and illegal use of certain solvents and noxious substances. Key changes include the addition of a new subsection (d.1) that prohibits the sale of these substances to minors if there is reasonable cause to suspect they will be misused. Additionally, the grading of offenses is updated, establishing that violating the new provision regarding sales to minors is classified as a misdemeanor of the second degree, while violations of other provisions in this section are classified as a misdemeanor of the third degree.
The bill also clarifies existing language by removing references to "this section" in subsections (b), (c), and (d), streamlining the legal text. The act is set to take effect 60 days after its passage. Overall, the amendments aim to enhance regulations surrounding the sale and use of potentially harmful substances, particularly in protecting minors from misuse.
Statutes/Laws affected: Printer's No. 1891 (Jun 10, 2025): 18-7303(b)