ESSB 5010 — Updating the endangerment with a controlled substance statute to include fentanyl or synthetic opioids.

What this bill does

Expands the crime of Endangerment with a Controlled Substance to include knowing or intentional exposure of a dependent child or dependent adult to fentanyl, synthetic opioids, or the smoke created from a substance containing fentanyl or synthetic opioids. Creates an exception to the crime of Endangerment with a Controlled Substance for circumstances in which fentanyl or synthetic opioids are provided while delivering health care services or pursuant to a prescription. Exempts the Department of Children, Youth, and Families and its employees, interns, volunteers, or contractors, while acting in the scope of their roles, from criminal liability for the crime of Endangerment with a Controlled Substance.

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Floor votes

• Senate — 3rd Reading & Final Passage · January 24, 2024
  48 yea · 1 nay
• Senate — 3rd Reading & Final Passage · March 1, 2023
  47 yea · 0 nay · 2 not voting

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