Bill > HB1630

This bill proposes comprehensive cannabis legalization in Indiana, establishing a detailed regulatory framework for the production, sale, and use of cannabis. The bill creates a new Cannabis Commission to oversee the industry, with four commissioners appointed by the governor, and establishes a comprehensive permit system for growers, processors, transporters, retailers, and safety compliance facilities. Here are the key provisions: The bill imposes a 10% excise tax on cannabis sales and creates a Cannabis Regulation Fund to support the commission's operations. It defines cannabis and sets up a statewide monitoring system to track cannabis from seed to sale. The regulatory framework includes strict licensing requirements, with provisions to ensure at least 15% of permits go to businesses owned by minorities or veterans. Permits will be valid for one year and require background checks and substantial fees. The bill establishes detailed rules for each type of cannabis business, including grower permits (limited to indoor cultivation), processor permits (for extracting and packaging), transport permits, retailer permits (with restrictions on location and sales), and safety compliance facility permits (for testing cannabis products). Advertising and public consumption are tightly regulated, with specific rules about marketing to minors and public use. The legislation includes comprehensive criminal penalties for various cannabis-related offenses, such as selling to minors or mislabeling products. It also amends numerous existing laws to incorporate cannabis regulations, including adjustments to drug offense statutes and law enforcement definitions. The bill allows employers to drug test and take adverse employment actions against employees who use cannabis, and it sets up a framework for public safety, including provisions for searches, seizures, and handling of cannabis-related public nuisances. Importantly, the bill is designed to take effect on July 1, 2025, giving the state time to establish the necessary regulatory infrastructure.

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https://iga.in.gov/legislative/2025/bills/house/1630/details