Senate Bill 1652 amends various sections of the Tennessee Code Annotated related to hemp. The bill redefines "Hemp" in Section 43-27-101(3) to clarify that it includes the Cannabis sativa L. plant and its derivatives, with a total tetrahydrocannabinols concentration of no more than 0.3% on a dry weight basis. It also specifies what does not qualify as hemp, including certain cannabinoid products that exceed this concentration or are synthesized outside the plant. Additionally, the bill introduces new definitions for terms such as "Container," "Hemp-derived cannabinoid product," "Industrial hemp," and "Intermediate hemp-derived cannabinoid product," which provide clarity on the classification and regulation of hemp and its derivatives.

Furthermore, the bill updates the definitions of "Hemp" in Sections 39-15-407 and 39-17-1503 to align with the new definition established in Section 43-27-101. The changes aim to enhance the regulatory framework surrounding hemp products in Tennessee, ensuring that they are clearly defined and appropriately categorized. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2026.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 43-27-101(3), 43-27-101, 39-15-407, 39-17-1503