Amends TCA Title 39, Chapter 17, Part 4 and Title 43, Chapter 27.
Tennessee HB1148 amends existing laws regarding the classification of certain cannabinoids, specifically designating tetrahydrocannabiphorol (THCp) and tetrahydrocannabinolic acid (THCa) as marijuana rather than hemp, regardless of their source. This bill affects producers and sellers of cannabis-related products by subjecting products containing these substances to seizure and forfeiture if manufactured or sold knowingly. Additionally, it updates the definition of "hemp" to refer to the plant species Cannabis sativa L. and modifies testing requirements for hemp-derived cannabinoids.
Tennessee HB1148 amends existing laws regarding the classification of certain cannabinoids, specifically designating tetrahydrocannabiphorol (THCp) and tetrahydrocannabinolic acid (THCa) as marijuana rather than hemp, regardless of their source. This bill affects producers and sellers of cannabis-related products by subjecting products containing these substances to seizure and forfeiture if manufactured or sold knowingly. Additionally, it updates the definition of "hemp" to refer to the plant species Cannabis sativa L. and modifies testing requirements for hemp-derived cannabinoids.
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Butler, Ed
114th General Assembly
February 5, 2025
April 15, 2026
Taken off notice for cal in s/c Finance, Ways and Means Subcommittee of Finance, Ways and Means Committee