Texas 2019 - 86th Regular

Texas House Bill HJR21

Caption

Proposing a constitutional amendment to authorize and regulate the possession, cultivation, and sale of cannabis for medical use.

Impact

If passed, HJR21 would have substantial implications for state laws regarding cannabis. It would empower the Texas legislature to regulate the framework under which cannabis can be legally possessed, cultivated, and sold for medicinal purposes. This regulation could include licensing of growers and sellers, quality control standards, and stipulations on how medical cannabis can be prescribed to patients. The impact of this amendment could lead to significant changes in the legal landscape surrounding cannabis in Texas, aligning it with trends seen in other states that have already legalized medical cannabis.

Summary

HJR21, also known as the Joint Resolution proposing a constitutional amendment, aims to authorize and regulate the possession, cultivation, and sale of cannabis for medical use in Texas. The resolution seeks to amend Article III of the Texas Constitution by adding Section 48, which defines cannabis and stipulates that the legislature will create laws surrounding its medical use. This proposal was put forth in response to the ongoing discussions about the potential benefits of cannabis for health purposes and the increasing calls for its legalization across various states.

Contention

The proposal surrounding HJR21 is expected to spark controversy and debates among legislators and the public. Proponents argue that medical cannabis can provide relief for patients suffering from various conditions, promoting its potential health benefits and reducing the stigma associated with its use. However, opponents may raise concerns regarding possible abuse, the implications for law enforcement, and the overall societal impacts of increasing cannabis availability. This resolution will hinge on public perception and political dynamics within the legislature, particularly among those who hold strong views on drug policy.

Companion Bills

TX SJR7

Same As Proposing a constitutional amendment to authorize and regulate the possession, cultivation, and sale of cannabis for medical use.

Previously Filed As

TX HJR118

Proposing a constitutional amendment to direct the legislature to authorize and regulate the possession, cultivation, and sale of cannabis for medical use.

TX HJR91

Proposing a constitutional amendment to direct the legislature to authorize and regulate the possession, cultivation, and sale of cannabis.

TX HJR89

Proposing a constitutional amendment to direct the legislature to authorize and regulate the possession, cultivation, and sale of cannabis.

TX SJR22

Proposing a constitutional amendment to direct the legislature to authorize and regulate the possession, cultivation, and sale of cannabis.

TX SB121

Relating to authorizing the possession, use, cultivation, distribution, delivery, sale, and research of medical cannabis for medical use by patients with certain medical conditions and the licensing of medical cannabis organizations; authorizing fees.

TX HB3652

Relating to the regulation of the cultivation, manufacture, distribution, sale, testing, possession, and use of cannabis and cannabis products; authorizing the imposition of taxes and fees; requiring an occupational license; creating a criminal offense.

TX HB1937

Relating to the regulation of the cultivation, manufacture, processing, distribution, sale, testing, transportation, delivery, transfer, possession, use, and taxation of cannabis and cannabis products and local regulation of cannabis establishments; authorizing the imposition of fees; requiring an occupational license; creating a criminal offense; imposing a tax.

TX SB209

Relating to regulating the cultivation, manufacture, processing, distribution, sale, testing, transportation, delivery, transfer, possession, and use of cannabis and cannabis products; authorizing the imposition of fees; requiring occupational licenses; creating a criminal offense.

TX HB1200

Relating to authorizing the possession, use, cultivation, distribution, transportation, and delivery of medical cannabis for medical use by qualifying patients with certain debilitating medical conditions and the licensing of dispensing organizations and cannabis testing facilities; authorizing fees.

TX SB127

Relating to the possession, use, cultivation, distribution, transportation, and delivery of medical cannabis for use by patients as the best available medical treatment, the licensing of medical cannabis dispensing organizations, and the registration of certain individuals; authorizing fees.

Similar Bills

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