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HB 758PENNSYLVANIASession 2025-2026State Billin committee

Pennsylvania House Bill 758 reduces penalties for certain drug law violations to a $25 summary offense

Original title: An Act amending the act of April 14, 1972 (P.L.233, No.64), known as The Controlled Substance, Drug, Device and Cosmetic Act, further providing for prohibited acts and penalties.

Last action · March 3, 2025: Referred to JUDICIARY, March 3, 2025Sponsors: Danilo Burgos and 12 others

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What This Bill Would Do

House Bill 758 amends The Controlled Substance, Drug, Device and Cosmetic Act to reclassify a specific violation from a carrying up to 30 days in jail and a $500 fine to a punishable by a maximum $25 fine, effective in 60 days.

Why it matters

People convicted of violating clause (31) of subsection (a) face elimination of potential jail time and a reduction in maximum fines from $500 to $25.

Who It Would Affect

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Directly affected

Individuals accused of violating Section 13(a)(31)

Key Facts

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Frequently Asked Questions

What penalty changes does House Bill 758 introduce?

It changes the penalty for violating clause (31) of subsection (a) from a with up to 30 days in jail and a $500 fine to a with a maximum $25 fine and no jail time.

When does this change take effect?

The act takes effect in 60 days.

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Where This Stands

Currently in committee. The next step in the legislative lifecycle is Floor Vote.

Procedural history

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Mar 3, 2025HouseCommittee
Referred to JUDICIARY, March 3, 2025

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Related Legislation

State Bill

Pennsylvania House Bill 652 Requires Interactive Computer Service Providers to Report Unlawful Drug Activity to State Police

Pennsylvania House Bill 652 requires interactive computer service providers to report individuals engaging in unlawful drug manufacturing, delivery, o

Connected Entities

The Controlled Substance, Drug, Device and Cosmetic Act, Pennsylvania Drug, Device and Cosmetic Board, Department of Health

otherThe Controlled Substance, Drug, Device and Cosmetic Act“The statute being amended by the bill.”Map →

OrganizationPennsylvania Drug, Device and Cosmetic Board“Mentioned in the historical background of the 1972 act.”Map →

OrganizationDepartment of Health“Mentioned in the historical background of the 1972 act.”Map →

Sources

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www.palegis.us

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