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Protecting Kids from Candy-Flavored Drugs: Stricter Penalties for Distribution.

This act aims to protect children from drugs that look or taste like candy. It introduces harsher prison sentences for individuals who manufacture or distribute such substances to minors. This is intended to enhance child safety and restrict access to dangerous substances.
Key points
Imposes additional prison terms (up to 10 years for a first offense, up to 20 years for subsequent offenses) for manufacturing or distributing candy- or beverage-flavored controlled substances to individuals under 18.
Applies to Schedule I or II controlled substances that are combined with, marketed as, or flavored/colored to resemble candy or beverage products.
Exemptions include FDA-approved medications and substances altered under a practitioner's medical direction.
Mandates the United States Sentencing Commission to amend sentencing guidelines to include penalty enhancements for these offenses.
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Print number: 118_HR_757
Sponsor: Rep. Banks, Jim [R-IN-3]
Process start date: 2023-02-02
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Protecting Kids from Candy-Flavored Drugs Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_757.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-02-02.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Imposes additional prison terms (up to 10 years for a first offense, up to 20 years for subsequent offenses) for manufacturing or distributing candy- or beverage-flavored controlled substances to individuals under 18.
  • Applies to Schedule I or II controlled substances that are combined with, marketed as, or flavored/colored to resemble candy or beverage products.
  • Exemptions include FDA-approved medications and substances altered under a practitioner's medical direction.
  • Mandates the United States Sentencing Commission to amend sentencing guidelines to include penalty enhancements for these offenses.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Banks, Jim [R-IN-3].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

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