Sensible Classification Act of 2023

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Explore the details of Senate Bill 1518 Sensible Classification Act of 2023 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Armed Forces and National Security. Stay informed on legislative developments.

12/7/2023, 10:15 PM

Summary of Bill S 1518

The Sensible Classification Act of 2023, also known as Bill 118 s 1518, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to reform the way that certain substances are classified under federal law.

Under the current system, substances are classified into different schedules based on their potential for abuse and medical use. The Sensible Classification Act aims to create a more evidence-based approach to classifying substances by requiring the Secretary of Health and Human Services to conduct a thorough review of the scientific evidence before making any classification decisions.

Additionally, the bill seeks to remove barriers to research on controlled substances by streamlining the approval process for research studies and allowing researchers greater access to these substances for study purposes. Overall, the Sensible Classification Act of 2023 aims to modernize the classification system for controlled substances and promote a more rational and evidence-based approach to drug policy in the United States.

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Current Status of Bill S 1518

Bill S 1518 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 10, 2023. Bill S 1518 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on May 10, 2023. Bill S 1518's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. as of May 10, 2023

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 1518

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Armed Forces and National Security

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 1518

Sensible Classification Act of 2023Sensible Classification Act of 2023A bill to improve the classification and declassification of national security information, and for other purposes.

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