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SB 1867

Relating to the addition of certain substances to Penalty Group 2 of the Texas Controlled Substances Act.

89th Legislature (2025) Introduced by Charles Perry

SB 1867 would criminalize additional substances by adding them to Texas's Penalty Group 2 controlled substances, increasing drug-related criminal penalties and enforcement.

Referred to State Affairs
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Bill Summary · SB 1867

Legislative bill overview

SB 1867 proposes adding specific substances to Penalty Group 2 of the Texas Controlled Substances Act, which would classify them as illegal drugs with associated criminal penalties. The bill was filed in March 2025 and is currently in the State Affairs Committee after its first reading. The specific substances to be added are not detailed in the action history provided.

Why is this important

Adding substances to Penalty Group 2 creates criminal liability for possession, distribution, and manufacturing, with penalties ranging from misdemeanors to felonies depending on quantity. This directly affects law enforcement priorities, court dockets, and individuals' criminal records and incarceration rates in Texas.

Potential points of contention

  • Specificity of substances: Without knowing which substances are targeted, it's unclear whether the bill addresses emerging synthetic drugs, existing substances with new formulations, or substances already controlled in other states
  • Enforcement disparities: Drug scheduling can create inconsistent enforcement across Texas jurisdictions and potential racial/socioeconomic disparities in arrests and prosecutions
  • Scientific basis: Questions may arise about whether the substances targeted pose sufficient public health threats to warrant criminal penalties versus treatment-focused approaches

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

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