Bill > HB1146

This bill modifies the definition and medical use of low-THC cannabis in Texas by changing the THC concentration limit from one percent by weight to 10 milligrams per dosage unit and expanding the list of qualifying medical conditions for which physicians can prescribe low-THC cannabis. The bill adds several new qualifying conditions, including chronic pain, post-traumatic stress disorder, and conditions approved for research programs, and allows the Department of State Health Services to designate additional debilitating medical conditions through rulemaking. To prescribe low-THC cannabis, physicians must ensure the patient is a permanent Texas resident, register appropriately, and determine that the potential benefits of using low-THC cannabis outweigh the risks for the specific patient. Physicians can prescribe low-THC cannabis for conditions such as epilepsy, seizure disorders, multiple sclerosis, spasticity, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, autism, cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, and other specified conditions. The bill is set to take effect on September 1, 2025, providing time for implementation and regulatory preparation.

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