The bill, H.B. No. 148, proposes amendments to the Texas Controlled Substances Act by designating certain substances as Schedule IV controlled substances. Specifically, the bill adds carisoprodol, mifepristone, and misoprostol to the list of Schedule IV substances. The existing language that previously included only carisoprodol is being updated to reflect this broader classification.

Additionally, the bill stipulates that the changes will only apply to offenses committed on or after the effective date of January 1, 2026. Offenses occurring before this date will be governed by the law in effect at the time of the offense, ensuring that prior legal standards remain applicable for those cases.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Health and Safety Code 481.037 (Health and Safety Code 481)