A bill for an act establishing the criminal offenses of possession of lethal narcotics and reckless homicide by lethal narcotic transfer, and providing penalties.
HF 2576 establishes new criminal offenses for possessing or transferring fentanyl, methamphetamine, heroin, or mixtures containing these substances. It creates a class D felony for first-time possession (with possible probation and treatment requirements), escalating to class C for second offenses and class B for third or subsequent offenses. The bill also creates a new class A felony charge for reckless homicide when transferring these substances and causing death, regardless of whether the victim consented. These provisions apply directly to individuals possessing or distributing these drugs, with enhanced penalties if firearms or weapons are involved during the offense.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2026
Committee Review
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Governor
Introduced Feb 18, 2026
Last action Feb 18, 2026
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Feb 18, 2026
Introduced
Introduced, referred to Public Safety.
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1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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Charley Thomson
RRepublican
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