Texas SB679 amends the Texas Controlled Substances Act to update Penalty Group 1 with new substances.

Texas SB679 amends the Texas Controlled Substances Act by updating Penalty Group 1 to include new opiates, opium derivatives, and other substances. The changes specify isomers, esters, ethers, and salts of these substances, including Allylprodine, Alphacetylmethadol, Benzethidine, and others. The bill also adds new substances like Ketamine, Phenazepam, and synthetic cannabinoids. The changes apply to offenses committed after the bill's effective date of September 1, 2025.

Texas SB679 amends the Texas Controlled Substances Act to update Penalty Group 1 with new substances.

Texas SB679 amends the Texas Controlled Substances Act by updating Penalty Group 1 to include new opiates, opium derivatives, and other substances. The changes specify isomers, esters, ethers, and salts of these substances, including Allylprodine, Alphacetylmethadol, Benzethidine, and others. The bill also adds new substances like Ketamine, Phenazepam, and synthetic cannabinoids. The changes apply to offenses committed after the bill's effective date of September 1, 2025.