Plain English Breakdown
The official source does not provide specific details on the exact nature of future changes in federal law that would trigger California's action, nor does it specify what happens if testosterone becomes more restrictive at the federal level.
Testosterone in California's Drug Laws
This law says that if federal rules change and make testosterone less restricted, then California will follow those changes too.
What This Bill Does
- If the federal government moves testosterone or dihydrotestosterone (DHT) to a less restrictive category for controlled substances, California will also reschedule these substances accordingly.
Who It Names or Affects
- People who use testosterone as a medicine or for other reasons.
- Doctors who prescribe testosterone.
- Pharmacies that sell testosterone products.
Terms To Know
- Controlled substances
- Drugs and medicines that are regulated by the government because they can be dangerous if not used correctly.
- Schedule III
- A category for controlled substances that have a higher potential for abuse than Schedule IV drugs but less than Schedule II drugs, and may lead to moderate or low physical dependence or high psychological dependence.
Limits and Unknowns
- The bill only changes California's rules if the federal government first makes testosterone or DHT less restricted.
- It does not specify what happens if testosterone is made more restrictive by federal law.
- This bill has passed both chambers of the California Legislature but needs further action.