Relating to increasing the criminal penalties for delivery of a controlled substance in Penalty Group 1-B to a child.

HB 453 would increase criminal penalties for individuals who deliver certain drugs (specifically those in Penalty Group 1-B) to children. This bill directly affects people who supply these drugs to minors, such as drug dealers or caregivers who provide controlled substances to children. The key provision raises the severity of punishments, likely resulting in longer prison sentences or higher fines for this offense. The bill was filed in November 2024 and referred to the Criminal Jurisprudence committee for review.