TN HB0836

Adults 21 and older may possess up to 60 grams of marijuana (max 15 grams as concentrate), cultivate up to 12 plants at home in a secure private area, and transfer marijuana to other adults without payment

Creates a licensed marijuana industry regulated by the Department of Agriculture, including growers, processors, dispensaries, testing facilities, transporters, and research facilities with 2-year renewable licenses

Imposes a 15% state marijuana tax on dispensary sales plus standard sales tax; counties and municipalities may add up to 5% local sales tax; tax revenue funds administrative costs with remainder going to the general fund

License priority goes to disadvantaged businesses, veteran-owned businesses, existing hemp licensees, and businesses in economically distressed counties; individuals cannot hold interests in more than 5 grower licenses

Persons incarcerated solely for marijuana offenses (not involving violence, firearms, or other drugs) are eligible for immediate release; Department of Correction must provide a list of such individuals by December 31, 2025