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GA HB1390

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

2/22/2024

Primary Sponsor

Eric Bell

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Origin

House of Representatives

2023-2024 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Amends Georgia Code Section 16-12-191 to eliminate felony penalties for possession of more than 20 fluid ounces of low THC oil, manufacturing, distributing, or selling low THC oil, and trafficking in low THC oil by striking subsections (c) and (d) entirely
  • Changes the penalty for possessing 20 fluid ounces or less of low THC oil without proper registration from a misdemeanor to a fine not to exceed $300.00 for those involved in clinical research programs
  • Broadens the conditions under which possession of 20 fluid ounces or less is lawful by changing "and" to "or," so that having the substance in a properly labeled pharmaceutical container alone—without a registration card—is sufficient
  • Removes exemptions for research program participants, designated universities, pharmacies, and licensees from felony penalties, as the underlying felony provisions are eliminated
  • Preserves employer rights to maintain zero-tolerance marijuana policies, including prohibiting on-duty and off-duty use and requiring employees to be free of detectable marijuana while at work

Legislative Description

Crimes and offenses; sale of low THC oils; revise penalties

Last Action

House Second Readers

2/27/2024

Committee Referrals

Judiciary - Non-Civil2/26/2024

Full Bill Text

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