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TX SB928

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/24/2025

Primary Sponsor

Nathan Johnson

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Origin

Senate

89th Legislature Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Redefines "low-THC cannabis" from one percent THC by weight to not more than 10 milligrams of THC per dosage unit, changing how potency limits are measured

  • Adds chronic pain conditions (for which a physician would otherwise prescribe an opioid) to the list of qualifying medical conditions for low-THC cannabis prescriptions

  • Authorizes the Department of State Health Services to designate additional debilitating medical conditions eligible for low-THC cannabis treatment through rulemaking

  • Expands legal protections for patients and their parents or legal guardians to possess and deliver low-THC cannabis and associated drug paraphernalia without criminal liability

  • Takes effect September 1, 2025, with provisions applying only to offenses committed on or after that date

Legislative Description

Relating to the delivery, possession, and medical use of low-THC cannabis and associated drug paraphernalia under the Texas Compassionate Use Program.

Health

Last Action

Referred to Health & Human Services

2/13/2025

Committee Referrals

Health & Human Services2/13/2025

Full Bill Text

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