Enhance penalties for certain controlled substance offenses involving fentanyl

LB 817 increases penalties for certain drug offenses involving fentanyl by amending Nebraska's controlled substances laws. It enhances penalties for individuals convicted of distributing or possessing fentanyl, raising the felony classification for these offenses beyond standard penalties. This directly affects people convicted of fentanyl-related drug crimes in Nebraska, particularly those involving distribution near schools or to minors. The bill harmonizes existing penalties and specifically targets fentanyl offenses by applying stricter sentencing under sections 28-416, 28-1354, and 28-1701. The key change is a mandatory penalty enhancement when fentanyl is the controlled substance involved in the offense.