AN ACT CONCERNING THE POSSESSION OF NITROUS OXIDE.

SB 351 would ban the possession of nitrous oxide in Connecticut, except for lawful uses such as medical or industrial applications. The bill amends Title 21a of the general statutes to prohibit possession without legal justification, directly affecting individuals who currently possess nitrous oxide for non-permitted purposes. Its key mechanism is creating a clear legal prohibition on possession, with exceptions for established lawful uses. The stated purpose is to protect public health by preventing misuse of nitrous oxide. This is a substantive policy change focused on restricting access to a substance commonly misused for recreational effects.