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TX HB46
Bill
Status
6/20/2025
Primary Sponsor
Ken King
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AI Summary
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Expands qualifying medical conditions for low-THC cannabis prescriptions to include chronic pain, traumatic brain injury, Crohn's disease/inflammatory bowel disease, and terminal illness/hospice care patients, adding to existing conditions like epilepsy, cancer, PTSD, and autism
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Redefines "low-THC cannabis" from one percent THC by weight to not more than 10 milligrams of tetrahydrocannabinols per dosage unit, with packages/containers limited to a total of one gram of THC
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Increases the number of licensed dispensing organizations from the current number to 15, with at least 9 new licenses to be issued by December 1, 2025, and at least 3 additional licenses by April 1, 2026
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Allows dispensing organizations to operate satellite storage locations across public health regions without additional licenses, requiring department approval and 180-day review timeline for applications
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Permits pulmonary inhalation via aerosol or vaporizer as an administration method (distinct from smoking) when a physician determines medical necessity, and allows prescriptions for up to 90-day supplies with up to four refills
Legislative Description
Relating to the medical use of low-THC cannabis under and the administration of the Texas Compassionate-Use Program; requiring registration.
Health
Last Action
Effective on 9/1/25
6/20/2025