The bill S. 1039 aims to amend Section 44-53-190 of the South Carolina Code of Laws, which pertains to Schedule I substances. The primary focus of this amendment is to include "substituted tryptamines" in the list of substances classified as Schedule I. This category encompasses a variety of compounds that contain a specific tryptamine structure, which may be further modified by various substitutions. The bill provides a detailed list of specific tryptamines that will be classified under this category, including well-known substances such as Diethyltryptamine (DET) and Dimethyltryptamine (DMT), among others.

In addition to the insertion of substituted tryptamines, the bill also makes several deletions and modifications to the existing language in Section 44-53-190. These changes aim to clarify the definitions and classifications of various hallucinogenic substances, ensuring that the law remains comprehensive and up-to-date with current scientific understanding. The act is set to take effect upon approval by the Governor, indicating a swift implementation of these changes once enacted.

Statutes affected:
03/19/2026: 44-53-190
Latest Version: 44-53-190