Bill
Bill > HB0072
TN HB0072
TN HB0072AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 39, Chapter 17; Title 43, Chapter 27 and Title 49, Chapter 6, relative to hemp-derived cannabinoids.
summary
Introduced
01/08/2025
01/08/2025
In Committee
02/19/2025
02/19/2025
Crossed Over
02/25/2025
02/25/2025
Passed
03/19/2025
03/19/2025
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
04/04/2025
04/04/2025
Introduced Session
114th General Assembly
Bill Summary
As enacted, establishes mandatory minimum penalties of 48 hours in jail and a $500 fine for a person convicted of knowingly selling or distributing a product containing a hemp-derived cannabinoid to a person who is under 21; prohibits a retailer from knowingly allowing an employee younger than 21 to access, handle, or sell any product containing a hemp-derived cannabinoid on the premises of the retail establishment. - Amends TCA Title 39, Chapter 17; Title 43, Chapter 27 and Title 49, Chapter 6.
AI Summary
This bill amends Tennessee law to establish strict regulations and penalties regarding hemp-derived cannabinoid products, particularly focusing on age restrictions and sales to minors. Specifically, the bill mandates that anyone convicted of knowingly selling or distributing hemp-derived cannabinoid products to individuals under 21 years old will face a minimum penalty of 48 consecutive hours in county jail and a $500 fine, with potential fines up to $2,500. Additionally, the legislation prohibits retailers from allowing employees under 21 to access, handle, or sell any hemp-derived cannabinoid products within their establishment. Hemp-derived cannabinoids are compounds extracted from hemp plants that can have various effects, and this bill aims to restrict their availability to younger individuals. The new regulations will take effect on July 1, 2025, giving businesses and law enforcement time to prepare for the changes in the law. The bill modifies existing Tennessee Code in Titles 39, 43, and 49, which cover criminal offenses, agriculture and food, and education, respectively.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (18)
Dan Howell (R)*,
Becky Jo Alexander (R),
Fred Atchley (R),
Ed Butler (R),
Kip Capley (R),
Elaine Davis (R),
Clay Doggett (R),
Rick Eldridge (R),
G.A. Hardaway (D),
David Hawk (R),
Mary Littleton (R),
Greg Martin (R),
Debra Moody (R),
Dennis Powers (R),
Lowell Russell (R),
Paul Sherrell (R),
Chris Todd (R),
Mark White (R),
Last Action
Effective date(s) 07/01/2025 (on 04/04/2025)
bill text
bill summary
Loading...
bill summary
Loading...
bill summary
| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/apps/Billinfo/default.aspx?BillNumber=HB0072&ga=114 |
| Amendment 1-0 to SB0215 | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/114/Amend/SA0049.pdf |
| Fiscal Memo for SA0049 (4664) | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/114/Fiscal/FM0648.pdf |
| BillText | https://publications.tnsosfiles.com/acts/114/pub/pc0077.pdf |
| Fiscal Note - HB0072 | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/114/Fiscal/HB0072.pdf |
| BillText | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/114/Bill/HB0072.pdf |
Loading...