Senate Bill 2266 amends various sections of the Tennessee Code Annotated related to hemp-derived cannabinoid products (HDCP). Notably, it reduces the tax rate on HDCP from two cents to one cent per milligram and removes a subdivision from Section 57-7-106(b)(5). The bill also makes it unlawful for any person or entity to ship HDCP directly to consumers in Tennessee. Additionally, it introduces a new definition for "delivery service," clarifying the types of companies that can facilitate the delivery of these products and establishing regulations for licensed retailers to deliver HDCP to consumers without requiring a face-to-face transaction.

Furthermore, the bill outlines the requirements for delivery services that wish to deliver HDCP, including licensing, age restrictions for delivery personnel, and the necessity of background checks. It specifies that delivery services must derive at least 50% of their gross sales from food products and sets a fee structure based on the number of delivery drivers employed. The legislation mandates that delivery services maintain records of their drivers and submit annual reports detailing their operations. The bill aims to regulate the delivery of hemp-derived products while ensuring compliance with safety and legal standards.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 57-7-108(a)(1), 57-7-108, 57-7-106(b)(5), 57-7-106, 57-7-113(a), 57-7-113, 57-7-102