The bill, H.B. No. 197, 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 evaluations. The findings and recommendations must be reported to key state officials and legislative committees by October 1, 2026.

Additionally, the bill specifies that the study's provisions will expire on December 1, 2026, and it will take effect 91 days after the conclusion of the legislative session. This initiative aims to enhance the legal framework surrounding THC intoxication, particularly in relation to criminal liability and workplace safety standards.