In written findings published on the date this emergency rule was filed with the Secretary of State’s Office, Attorney General Bondi has found that there is a need to immediately place the above-mentioned psychoactive substances classifiable as Synthetic Cannabinoids, Cathinones, and Synthetic Phenethylamines under Schedule I, Subsection 893.03(1)(c), F.S., in order to curtail their abuse by Florida’s children, young adults, and others. These substances are ostensibly legal and often perceived as a safer alternative to illegal drugs such as marijuana, MDMA (“ecstasy”), cocaine, and amphetamines. In many cases, however, they are more dangerous. Due to their chemical design, they are commonly available for purchase in specialty smoke shops, over the internet, in convenience stores and from other retailers, making them easily obtainable. These circumstances present an immediate and imminent hazard to the public health, safety, and welfare which requires emergency action. In addition the Attorney General has found that the above-mentioned compounds meet the statutory criteria for placement as a controlled substance in Schedule I, Subsection 893.03(1)(c), F.S.