A bill for an act relating to schedule III controlled substances, and making penalties applicable.

SF 400 reclassifies misoprostol, mifepristone, and methotrexate as Schedule III controlled substances in Iowa. This means anyone who manufactures, distributes, or dispenses these medications would face a class C felony charge, with fines between $1,000 and $50,000. The bill directly affects healthcare providers who prescribe or dispense these specific medications, which are commonly used for medical abortions and other treatments. The policy change would significantly restrict access to these drugs by imposing criminal penalties on their distribution. The bill is currently in the Judiciary committee subcommittee for review.