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HB 473 (2025)

Make it a felony to expose a child to any illegal drug, not just methamphetamine

Summary:

Makes it a felony to expose a child to illegal drugs. This bill revises an existing law against exposing children to methamphetamine. A law enforcement officer could take a child into protective custody to screen or test for criminal exposure to controlled substances. 

Bill Sponsor:
Jodi Nelson
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Status:
HOUSE
Public Hearing Date:
02/12/2025 03:00 pm
Public Hearing Location:
LOB Room 202-204
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