SB435

Public Health - Medetomidine and Xylazine Consumer Protection Act

Introduced·1/30/26
Introduced Text

Maryland SB435 regulates the sale and distribution of medetomidine and xylazine products, requiring proof of intended use and age verification.

Maryland SB435, the Medetomidine and Xylazine Consumer Protection Act, mandates that retailers cannot distribute, sell, or expose for sale medetomidine or xylazine products without proof of the purchaser's intent to use the product for institutional, veterinary, or scientific purposes. Retailers must also verify that purchasers are of legal age. Additionally, retailers must maintain records of all sales, including identification and proof of intended use.

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Where it stands

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In committee
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Calendar

Feb 11

2:00 PM

Senate Finance Hearing

History

Apr 13

Senate

Favorable with Amendments Report by Finance

Apr 13

Senate

Favorable with Amendments {983727/1

Apr 13

Senate

Motion Laid Over (Senator Ready) Adopted