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AL SB321
Bill
AI Summary
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Classifies psychoactive cannabinoids derived from hemp (including Delta-8, Delta-9, and Delta-10 THC) as Schedule I controlled substances by removing the current exemption for THC found in hemp, while maintaining an exemption only for nonpsychoactive hemp cannabinoids
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Creates two new criminal offenses for possession of psychoactive cannabinoids: first-degree possession (for non-personal use or repeat offenders) as a Class C or D felony, and second-degree possession (personal use, first offense) as a Class A misdemeanor
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Repeals Act 2025-385, which currently allows the regulated sale of consumable hemp products containing psychoactive cannabinoids to adults 21 and over with testing and labeling requirements
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Amends Section 20-2-23 of the Alabama Code regarding Schedule I controlled substances to reflect the new restrictions on hemp-derived psychoactive compounds
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Effective date: July 1, 2026
Legislative Description
Psychoactive cannabinoids; psychoactive derivatives of hemp added as Schedule I drug; possession and use of psychoactive cannabinoids prohibited and criminal penalties provided; consumable hemp product laws repealed
Crimes & Offenses
Last Action
Pending Senate Healthcare
2/24/2026