The bill, H.B. No. 148, proposes amendments to the Texas Controlled Substances Act by designating certain substances as Schedule IV controlled substances. Specifically, it adds carisoprodol, mifepristone, and misoprostol to the list of substances classified under Schedule IV. The previous designation of carisoprodol is removed from the text, indicating a reorganization of the language used in the law.

Additionally, the bill stipulates that the changes will only apply to offenses committed on or after the effective date of January 1, 2026. Offenses that occurred prior to this date will be governed by the law in effect at the time of the offense, ensuring that individuals are not retroactively penalized under the new classifications.

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