The topic of substance abuse garnered generous media coverage during WV’s 2010 legislative session. Lawmakers considered several pieces of legislation aimed at preventing drug abuse and providing more resources for treatment. The following is a brief summary of related bills. Additional information is available on the WV Legislature’s website.
PASSED
TOBACCO RELATED
•HB 2773 - Increases the penalties for access and usage of tobacco products by minors.
PRESCRIPTION DRUG RELATED
•SB 362 - Prohibits providing false information to obtain controlled substances prescription.
•SB 81 - WV Official Prescription Program Act providing prescriptions be written on tamper proof pads.
•SB 365 – Requires pharmacies to provide their personnel with online access to the state controlled substances database.
•SB 514 - Clarifies certain language in the Controlled Substances Monitoring Act.
DUI RELATED
•HB 4167 - Procedures for revocation and suspension of driver license for Driving Under the Influence of alcohol, controlled substances, or drugs.
•SB 186 - Creating Administrative Law Judge Office in DOT responsible for oversight of administrative license revocation hearings .
•HB 4018 - Making illegal possession of a mixture or preparation containing salvia divinorum intended for human consumption.
Did NOT Pass
•HB 4666 - Establishing grant funding program in DHHR for substance abuse prevention, early intervention, treatment, and recovery.
•Beer Tax Bills - Various measures attempting to place an additional tax on a barrel of beer with proceeds directed at funding of substance abuse efforts
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