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Controlled substances: research.

In committee: it can still change before the session ends.

CA AB 2489 · Assembly Bill · 2025–2026

Stage
In committee
Started in
Assembly
Sponsors
4
Latest action
May 14, 2026

What it does

Existing law, the California Uniform Controlled Substances Act, classifies controlled substances into 5 designated schedules, with the most restrictive limitations generally placed on controlled substances classified in Schedule I, and the least restrictive limitations generally placed on controlled substances in Schedule V. Existing law creates the Research Advisory Panel, as specified, to conduct hearings on, and in other ways study, research projects concerning controlled substances. Existing law authorizes the panel to approve research projects that have been registered with the Attorney General concerning the nature and effects of cannabis or hallucinogenic drugs and the treatment of…

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Where it stands

  1. Introduced (Done)

  2. Committee (Current step)

    In committee · May 14, 2026

  3. Floor (Not started)

  4. Law (Not started)

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