Texas HB2972 allows physicians to prescribe low-THC cannabis to patients with specific medical conditions.

Texas HB2972 amends the Occupations Code to allow physicians to prescribe low-THC cannabis to patients diagnosed with epilepsy, seizure disorders, multiple sclerosis, spasticity, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, autism, cancer, incurable neurodegenerative diseases, post-traumatic stress disorder, or conditions causing menstrual cramps. The physician must certify that the patient is a permanent resident of Texas, complies with registration requirements, and that the risk of using low-THC cannabis is reasonable in light of the potential benefit. The bill takes effect September 1, 2025.

Texas HB2972 allows physicians to prescribe low-THC cannabis to patients with specific medical conditions.

Texas HB2972 amends the Occupations Code to allow physicians to prescribe low-THC cannabis to patients diagnosed with epilepsy, seizure disorders, multiple sclerosis, spasticity, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, autism, cancer, incurable neurodegenerative diseases, post-traumatic stress disorder, or conditions causing menstrual cramps. The physician must certify that the patient is a permanent resident of Texas, complies with registration requirements, and that the risk of using low-THC cannabis is reasonable in light of the potential benefit. The bill takes effect September 1, 2025.