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HB 1339

Relating to designating certain substances as Schedule IV controlled substances under the Texas Controlled Substances Act.

89th Legislature (2025) Introduced by Pat Curry and 1 co-sponsor

HB 1339 would add specific substances to Texas's Schedule IV controlled substances list, increasing regulatory oversight and potential criminal penalties for unauthorized possession and distribution.

Referred to Public Health
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Bill Summary · HB 1339

Legislative bill overview

HB 1339 proposes to add certain substances to Schedule IV of the Texas Controlled Substances Act, which contains drugs considered to have lower abuse potential and accepted medical uses compared to Schedule I, II, and III drugs. The bill was filed in November 2024, read for the first time in March 2025, and referred to the Public Health Committee. The specific substances to be scheduled are not detailed in the publicly available summary.

Why is this important

Schedule IV classification affects criminal penalties, medical access, and law enforcement priorities in Texas. Designating substances at this level signals that they have therapeutic value but warrant regulatory oversight, influencing how doctors can prescribe them and what penalties apply to unauthorized possession. This reflects ongoing legislative efforts to balance public health concerns with medical treatment options.

Potential points of contention

  • Medical access restrictions: Adding substances to Schedule IV may limit physician prescribing flexibility for patients who could benefit, depending on how restrictive the scheduling requirements are
  • Criminal justice implications: Even Schedule IV substances carry criminal penalties; the bill could expand the population subject to drug-related prosecution and incarceration
  • Pharmaceutical industry impact: Scheduling decisions affect drug development, manufacturing, and profitability for companies producing affected substances

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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