Bill > HB1208

This bill establishes a comprehensive regulatory framework for cannabis in Texas, creating a system for the legal cultivation, sale, possession, and use of cannabis by adults 21 and older. The bill defines cannabis and related terms, authorizes adults to possess up to 2.5 ounces of cannabis (with up to 15 grams as concentrate), and allows for personal cultivation and transfer. It creates a licensing system for cannabis growers, establishments, transporters, and testing facilities, managed by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation. The legislation sets strict regulations for cannabis businesses, including requirements for security, packaging, labeling, and age verification. It prohibits cannabis use in public places, while driving, or near schools, and establishes a 10% sales tax on cannabis products, with proceeds distributed to various state accounts including regulation, testing, local oversight, and the foundation school fund. The bill also provides protections for licensed cannabis businesses and individuals from legal prosecution for authorized cannabis-related activities. Implementation is scheduled to begin in 2026, with the law taking effect on September 1, 2025, creating a structured approach to cannabis legalization that includes public safety measures, economic considerations, and regulatory oversight.

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