The bill, H.B. No. 198, mandates the Department of State Health Services to conduct a study focused on establishing testing and scientific standards for determining tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) intoxication. The study will evaluate current and emerging testing methods, establish a scientifically valid threshold for THC intoxication comparable to blood alcohol content, and develop legislative recommendations based on these findings. The report detailing the study's outcomes and recommendations must be submitted by October 1, 2026, to key state officials and legislative committees involved in cannabinoid regulation and related offenses.

Additionally, the bill specifies that the section concerning the study will expire on December 1, 2026, and it will take effect 91 days after the conclusion of the legislative session. This initiative aims to create a framework for addressing THC intoxication in legal and workplace contexts, ensuring that standards are scientifically grounded and applicable to various legal proceedings.