Illegal use of xylazine would be banned, while its use for animals would be protected.
This bill would make xylazine, a drug for animals, a controlled substance under federal law. This would create stricter rules for making, selling, and having it, aiming to stop its illegal use. The bill also includes clear rules and delayed start dates to make sure veterinarians and animal owners can still use it legally for animal care.
Today, xylazine is not a federally controlled substance, making it easier for illicit use. Its legitimate use is mainly as a veterinary tranquilizer without federal oversight. After this bill, xylazine would become a Schedule III controlled substance, meaning federal regulations for its manufacture, distribution, and possession, with specific protections and delayed deadlines for its legal veterinary uses.
HR 1266 · 119th Congress · February 12, 2025 · AI Summary by gemini-2.5-flash · 9/10
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