Colorado Governor Authorizes Temporary Classification of Controlled Substance Analogs

Detected March 26th, 2026

Summary

The Colorado Legislature is considering SB26-099, which would authorize the governor to temporarily classify a substance as a controlled substance analog under schedule II. This bill aims to provide a mechanism for rapid response to emerging substances of concern.

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What changed

Colorado Senate Bill SB26-099 proposes to grant the governor the authority to temporarily classify a substance as a controlled substance analog under schedule II, subject to specific conditions. Current law treats any analog substantially similar to a schedule II controlled substance as a schedule II controlled substance. This bill introduces a new executive power to address emerging substances of concern more rapidly.

This proposed legislation requires careful review by legal and compliance teams. If enacted, it could lead to rapid changes in the classification of substances, impacting procurement, handling, and reporting requirements for entities dealing with controlled substances. Compliance officers should monitor the bill's progress through the legislative process and be prepared to adapt internal policies and procedures if it becomes law.

What to do next

Monitor the progress of Colorado SB26-099 through the legislative process.
Review internal controlled substance handling and reporting policies for potential updates if the bill is enacted.

Source document (simplified)

SB26-099

Governor Temporary Classify Controlled Substance Analog

| Type | Bill |
| --- | --- |
| Session | 2026 Regular Session |
| Subjects | Crimes, Corrections, & Enforcement |
Concerning authorizing the governor to temporarily classify a substance as a controlled substance analog under schedule II.

Recent Bill (PDF) Recent Fiscal Note (PDF) Bill Summary:

Under current law, any material, compound, mixture, or preparation that is a controlled substance analog that is substantially similar to the chemical structure of a controlled substance in schedule II (analog to a schedule II controlled substance) is treated as a controlled substance in schedule II.

The bill authorizes the governor to temporarily classify a material, compound, mixture, or preparation as an analog to a schedule II controlled substance, subject to conditions.

(Note: This summary applies to this bill as introduced.)