House Bill 1148 amends various sections of the Tennessee Code Annotated related to cannabis products, specifically introducing new definitions and regulations concerning tetrahydrocannabiphorol (THCp) and tetrahydrocannabinolic acid (THCa). The bill adds these substances to the existing legal framework, requiring that any product containing them is subject to seizure and forfeiture if manufactured, produced, sold, or offered for sale without proper authorization. Additionally, the bill clarifies the definition of "Hemp" and introduces the concept of "Total THC," which accounts for the potential total delta-9 tetrahydrocannabinol content after decarboxylation.

Furthermore, the bill modifies the testing protocols for hemp-derived cannabinoid products, mandating that testing be conducted post-decarboxylation to accurately determine cannabinoid profiles, including THC concentrations. The amendments aim to enhance the regulatory framework surrounding cannabis products in Tennessee, ensuring that new cannabinoids are properly classified and monitored. The act is set to take effect immediately upon becoming law.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 39-17-415(a), 39-17-415, 43-27-101, 43-27-202(2)(C), 43-27-202, 43-27-203(a), 43-27-203, 43-27-207(d)(4), 43-27-207