Uniform Controlled Substances Law; exclude hypodermic syringes from definition of paraphernalia.

HB 448 amends Mississippi's Uniform Controlled Substances Law to remove hypodermic syringes from the legal definition of "paraphernalia." This means possessing or using a hypodermic syringe for legitimate medical purposes, such as insulin injections for diabetes, will no longer be considered a violation under paraphernalia laws. The bill directly affects medical patients who rely on syringes and healthcare providers who administer medications via syringes. It does not change laws regarding drug possession or use, only clarifies that syringes themselves are not subject to paraphernalia penalties.