HB1996

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 39, Chapter 17, Part 4, relative to cannabis.

Introduced·1/22/26

Tennessee HB1996 amends cannabis laws to penalize possession unless obtained legally for medical use.

Tennessee HB1996 amends state law to penalize possession of cannabis unless obtained legally for medical use, recognizing the federal rescheduling of cannabis. It outlines fines and community service for possession amounts under one ounce, and harsher penalties for larger amounts. Courts must consider indigency and payment efforts before imposing fines.

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History

Feb 4

House

P2C, ref. to Health Committee - Judiciary Committee

Feb 4

House

Assigned to s/c Health Subcommittee

Feb 2

House

Sponsor(s) Added.