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TX SB335

Bill

Status

Introduced

11/13/2024

Primary Sponsor

Sarah Eckhardt

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Origin

Senate

89th Legislature Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Adults 21 and older would be permitted to possess up to 2.5 ounces of cannabis (with no more than 15 grams as concentrate), cultivate up to 12 plants at their private residence in a secured enclosed area, and transfer cannabis to other adults without payment

  • The Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation would license and regulate four types of cannabis businesses: growers, retail establishments, secure transporters, and testing facilities, with fees set to cover administrative costs

  • Counties must hold an election to authorize cannabis business operations within their jurisdiction, and may adopt local regulations governing hours, location, and number of licensed establishments

  • Cannabis consumption would be prohibited in motor vehicles on public roads, aircraft, watercraft on public waterways, public places (unless designated by local government), schools, child-care facilities, and correctional facilities

  • Selling or giving cannabis to persons under 21 would be a Class C misdemeanor, and the Texas Commission of Licensing and Regulation must adopt rules by July 1, 2026, with licensing to begin by November 1, 2026

Legislative Description

Relating to regulating the cultivation, manufacture, processing, distribution, sale, testing, transportation, delivery, transfer, possession, and use of cannabis and cannabis products; authorizing the imposition of fees; requiring occupational licenses; creating a criminal offense.

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Last Action

Referred to State Affairs

2/3/2025

Committee Referrals

State Affairs2/3/2025

Full Bill Text

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