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Introduced
01/06/2026
01/06/2026
In Committee
01/06/2026
01/06/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Low THC hemp extract. Defines "hemp" as a cannabis plant that contains not more than 0.3% total THC. Defines "low THC hemp extract" as a substance that: (1) is derived from hemp; (2) does not contain more than 0.3% total THC; (3) does not contain synthetic or synthesized cannabinoids; (4) contains no other controlled substances; and (5) is not sold in a container that contains more than 0.4 milligrams of total THC. Provides that a person that manufactured low THC hemp extract before January 1, 2026, may continue to manufacture the product solely for out of state export. Prohibits the sale of products containing THC to minors, and the purchase, possession, or transport of products containing THC by minors. Makes conforming amendments.
AI Summary
This bill, effective July 1, 2026, amends Indiana law to regulate products containing tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), a compound found in cannabis plants. It defines "hemp" as a cannabis plant with no more than 0.3% total THC and "low THC hemp extract" as a substance derived from hemp that meets specific criteria, including not containing synthetic cannabinoids and being sold in containers with limited THC. The bill allows manufacturers who produced low THC hemp extract before January 1, 2026, to continue manufacturing it solely for export out of state, and it prohibits the sale, purchase, possession, or transport of THC-containing products by minors, with penalties including potential driving privilege suspension. The legislation also clarifies definitions related to hemp and THC levels, updates regulations for hemp growers and handlers, and modifies existing laws concerning the sale of alcoholic beverages to minors to include products containing THC.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry
Sponsors (4)
Last Action
First reading: referred to Committee on Commerce, Small Business and Economic Development (on 01/06/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://iga.in.gov/legislative/2026/bills/house/1285/details |
| Fiscal Note #2: Introduced | https://iga.in.gov/pdf-documents/124/2026/house/bills/HB1285/fiscal-notes/HB1285.01.INTR.FN002.pdf |
| Fiscal Note #1: Introduced | https://iga.in.gov/pdf-documents/124/2026/house/bills/HB1285/fiscal-notes/HB1285.01.INTR.FN001.pdf |
| BillText | https://iga.in.gov/pdf-documents/124/2026/house/bills/HB1285/HB1285.01.INTR.pdf |
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