AL SB225

Requires hemp regulatory plan submission: Directs the Department of Agriculture and Industries, in consultation with the Governor and Attorney General, to develop a plan for monitoring and regulating hemp production and submit it to the federal Secretary of Agriculture for approval.

Excludes hemp-derived THC from controlled substances: Removes tetrahydrocannabinols (THCs) derived from hemp from Alabama's Schedule I controlled substances list, provided hemp contains no more than 0.3% delta-9 THC on a dry weight basis.

Defines industrial hemp as agricultural commodity: Establishes that industrial hemp (Cannabis sativa L.) and all its derivatives, extracts, and cannabinoids are classified as agricultural crops under state law when compliant with federal regulations.

Expands synthetic controlled substance regulations: Adds comprehensive definitions and enumeration of synthetic controlled substance analogues (366 listed compounds) to Schedule I, including synthetic cannabinoids, cathinones, and fentanyl derivatives.

Effective immediately: The act becomes effective upon passage and gubernatorial approval or upon otherwise becoming law.