Relative to the use of drug checking equipment.

HB226 aims to allow the use of drug checking equipment to prevent overdoses. This bill would let people use devices to test the purity and potency of drugs before consuming them. It seeks to protect individuals by giving them more information about the substances they might take, potentially saving lives.

This bill would mainly affect drug users and those in the community who want to prevent overdoses. It provides a tool for individuals to make safer choices about drug use, and it could also aid harm reduction programs by offering reliable information on drug contents.

As of May 1, 2025, the bill is currently pending a motion in the Senate to declare it inexpedient to legislate. It was previously passed by the House but faced a failed motion to lay it on the table in the Senate. The bill was introduced on January 8, 2025, and has been referred to the Judiciary committee for further review.