This bill proposes significant amendments to the Code of West Virginia by removing marihuana, Psilocybin, and Tetrahydrocannabinols from Schedule I of the Uniform Controlled Substances Act. The deletion of references to Tetrahydrocannabinols and their various forms, including synthetic equivalents and specific isomers, indicates a shift in the legal status of these substances, potentially allowing for their legal use or possession under certain circumstances. The bill aims to modernize the legal framework surrounding these substances in light of evolving scientific understanding and societal attitudes.

In addition to the removals, the bill introduces new legal language to clarify the classification of synthetic chemical compounds that act as Cannabinoid receptor type 1 agonists, which are not federally approved drugs or used in legitimate medical research. It also specifies that any immediate precursors or derivatives of the removed substances will be included under the new definitions. Furthermore, the bill outlines a range of substances, including various tryptamines, depressants, and stimulants, while emphasizing the need for clarity in the nomenclature of these substances due to the lack of international standardization. The bill has been referred to the Committee on Health and Human Resources and then the Judiciary for further discussion and scrutiny.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 60A-2-204