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Iowa Senate Bill SSB1018

Iowa 2023-2024 Regular Session

Iowa Senate Bill SSB1018

Introduced
1/10/23  
Introduced
1/10/23  

Caption

A bill for an act relating to the manufacture or delivery of a controlled substance resulting in death and including information or evidence collected as a result of a drug-related overdose, and providing penalties.

Impact

If enacted, SSB1018 would amend existing laws to incorporate new classifications of felonies relating to drug offenses that lead to fatalities. Specifically, it establishes penalties under a new Code section (707.5A), where individuals could be charged with a Class B felony if their actions surrounding the delivery of controlled substances are found culpable in an overdose death. Moreover, the bill emphasizes accountability for offenders by denying parole or work release for those with previous convictions related to controlled substance offenses.

Summary

Senate Study Bill 1018 (SSB1018) is proposed legislation that addresses the manufacture or delivery of a controlled substance that results in death. The bill introduces new penalties for individuals who unintentionally cause another person’s death through the manufacture or delivery of specified controlled substances, as defined under Iowa Code. This includes actions where a controlled substance may contribute to an overdose death, which aligns with efforts to combat drug-related fatalities in the state of Iowa.

Contention

During discussions surrounding SSB1018, there were points of contention regarding the implications of the proposed legislation. Critics raised concerns that the bill could dissuade individuals from seeking help during overdose situations due to fear of legal repercussions. Additionally, the inclusion of protections for overdose reporters and patients is an essential facet of the bill, aimed at ensuring that certain collected information will not be used against individuals in these scenarios. This highlights an ongoing tension between law enforcement objectives and public health considerations in combating the opioid crisis.

Latest SSB1018 Activity

Companion Bills

IA HSB44

Related A bill for an act relating to the manufacture or delivery of a controlled substance resulting in death and including information or evidence collected as a result of a drug-related overdose, and providing penalties.

Previously Filed As

IA HSB44

A bill for an act relating to the manufacture or delivery of a controlled substance resulting in death and including information or evidence collected as a result of a drug-related overdose, and providing penalties.

Similar Bills

IA HSB44

A bill for an act relating to the manufacture or delivery of a controlled substance resulting in death and including information or evidence collected as a result of a drug-related overdose, and providing penalties.

IA HSB104

A bill for an act relating to controlled substances including the manufacture, delivery, or possession of a controlled substance including fentanyl; the manufacture of a controlled substance in the presence of a minor; conspiracy to manufacture for delivery or delivery or intent or conspiracy to deliver a controlled substance to a minor; receipt, provision, and administration of opioid antagonists, including by secondary distributors, providing for immunity; and providing penalties.(See HF 595.)

IA SSB1096

A bill for an act relating to controlled substances including the manufacture, delivery, or possession of a controlled substance including fentanyl; the manufacture of a controlled substance in the presence of a minor; conspiracy to manufacture for delivery or delivery or intent or conspiracy to deliver a controlled substance to a minor; receipt, provision, and administration of opioid antagonists, including by secondary distributors, providing for immunity; and providing penalties.(See SF 508.)

IA SF508

A bill for an act relating to controlled substances including the manufacture, delivery, or possession of a controlled substance including fentanyl; the manufacture of a controlled substance in the presence of a minor; conspiracy to manufacture for delivery or delivery or intent or conspiracy to deliver a controlled substance to a minor; receipt, provision, and administration of opioid antagonists, including by secondary distributors; providing for immunity; and providing penalties.(Formerly SSB 1096.)

IA HF595

A bill for an act relating to controlled substances including the manufacture, delivery, or possession of a controlled substance including fentanyl; the manufacture of a controlled substance in the presence of a minor; conspiracy to manufacture for delivery or delivery or intent or conspiracy to deliver a controlled substance to a minor; receipt, provision, and administration of opioid antagonists, including by secondary distributors; providing for immunity; and providing penalties. (Formerly HSB 104.) Effective date: 07/01/2023.

IN HB1356

Immunity if seeking aid for drug overdose victim.

OR SB507

Relating to fentanyl; declaring an emergency.

IN HB1203

Xylazine.