IN HB1298

Reclassifies marijuana and tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) from Schedule I controlled substances to Schedule III controlled substances under Indiana law, effective July 1, 2026

Removes marijuana from the list of substances that trigger a Class C misdemeanor for operating a vehicle with a Schedule I or II controlled substance in one's blood

Eliminates the specific defense provision for drivers who had marijuana metabolites detected but were not intoxicated and did not cause an accident

Moves dronabinol oral solution (delta-9-THC) from Schedule II to Schedule III alongside synthetic dronabinol already in that schedule

Amends dealing and possession statutes to exclude marijuana and hashish from Schedule III offenses, maintaining their separate treatment under existing marijuana-specific provisions