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SB924 • 2025

Requires the Department of State Police to study ways to expedite forensic testing of controlled substances.

Requires the Department of State Police to study ways to expedite forensic testing of controlled substances.

Passed Legislature

This bill passed both chambers and reached final enrollment, even if later executive action is not shown here.

Sponsor
Senator Bonham
Last action
2025-06-27
Official status
In Senate Committee
Effective date
Not listed

Plain English Breakdown

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Bill History

  1. 2025-06-27 Senate

    In committee upon adjournment.

  2. 2025-01-21 Senate

    Introduction and first reading. Referred to President's desk.

  3. 2025-01-21 Senate

    Referred to Judiciary.

Official Summary Text

Digest: The Act directs the Department of State Police to study ways to speed up forensic drug testing. The Act goes into effect when the Governor signs it. (Flesch Readability Score: 70.9).
Requires the Department of State Police to study ways to expedite forensic testing of controlled substances. Directs the department to submit findings to the appropriate interim committees of the Legislative Assembly not later than January 31, 2026.
Declares an emergency, effective on passage.
Relating to: Relating to the forensic testing of controlled substances; declaring an emergency.
Current location: In Senate Committee