Bill > HB1148

This bill aims to modify Tennessee's regulations on hemp-derived cannabinoids by removing Tetrahydrocannabiphorol (THCp) and Tetrahydrocannabinolic acid (THCa) from the list of authorized hemp-derived cannabinoids and establishing new legal restrictions. The bill redefines "hemp" as cannabis with a delta-9 THC concentration of 0.3% or less and introduces detailed definitions for "decarboxylation" and "total THC", which involves calculating the potential THC content using specific scientific techniques. The legislation creates a Class A misdemeanor offense for knowingly manufacturing, producing, selling, distributing, purchasing, possessing, or accepting products containing THCp or THCa, which are now considered unauthorized substances. Additionally, the bill empowers state departments to sample and analyze hemp-derived cannabinoid products using post-decarboxylation testing methods to determine cannabinoid profiles and THC concentrations. These changes are intended to more strictly regulate hemp-derived products and provide clearer guidelines for testing and legal compliance. The act will take effect immediately upon becoming law, with the state legislature asserting that the public welfare requires these modifications.

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https://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/apps/Billinfo/default.aspx?BillNumber=HB1148&ga=114