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Texas House Bill HB1763

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Texas House Bill HB1763

Voted on by House
 
Out of Senate Committee
 
Voted on by Senate
 
Governor Action
 
Bill Becomes Law
 

Caption

Relating to repealing certain offenses and removing certain regulations relating to marihuana, cannabis, cannabinoids, synthetic cannabinoids, and paraphernalia.

Impact

The repeal of these regulations is expected to have sweeping implications for state law regarding cannabis. By removing specific criminal penalties associated with marijuana use and possession, the bill aims to reduce the burden on the criminal justice system and allow individuals previously charged under these laws a pathway to legal relief. The changes would also potentially redirect law enforcement resources towards more serious crimes, contributing to overall public safety enhancements.

Summary

House Bill 1763 proposes significant legislative changes by repealing various existing offenses and regulations related to marijuana, including aspects governing the use, possession, and distribution of various cannabis products and paraphernalia. This move is part of a broader trend towards the decriminalization and regulation of cannabis within the state, reflecting a growing recognition of the need to reform outdated drug laws that disproportionately impact certain communities.

Contention

However, the bill has not been without its points of contention. Some lawmakers and advocacy groups express concerns regarding the potential public health implications of looser regulations. Opponents highlight the risks of increased youth access to marijuana and the challenges of regulating its use in public spaces. Nevertheless, supporters argue that responsible regulation could mitigate such risks and contribute to a more responsible approach to cannabis use in society.

Texas Constitutional Statutes Affected

Agriculture Code

  • Chapter 1. General Provisions
    • Section: New Section

Alcoholic Beverage Code

  • Chapter 69. Retail Dealer's On-premise License
    • Section: 06
  • Chapter 104. Regulation Of Retailers
    • Section: 01

Code Of Criminal Procedure

  • Chapter 13. Venue
    • Section: New Section

Health And Safety Code

  • Chapter 443. Manufacture, Distribution, And Sale Of Consumable Hemp Products
    • Section: New Section
  • Chapter 481. Texas Controlled Substances Act
    • Section: New Section
    • Section: 1031
    • Section: 111
    • Section: 1131
    • Section: 1161
    • Section: 120
    • Section: 121
    • Section: 125
    • Section: 183
  • Chapter 487. Texas Compassionate-use Act
    • Section: New Section

Occupations Code

  • Chapter 169. Authority To Prescribe Low-thc Cannabis To Certain Patients For Compassionate Use
    • Section: New Section

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

TX HB3620

Relating to repealing certain offenses and removing certain regulations relating to marihuana, cannabis, cannabinoids, synthetic cannabinoids, and paraphernalia.

TX HB218

Relating to the criminal and licensing consequences of certain offenses relating to the possession of marihuana, certain tetrahydrocannabinols, certain synthetic cannabinoids, and drug paraphernalia; imposing a fee.

TX SB967

Relating to the criminal and licensing consequences of certain offenses relating to the possession of marihuana, certain tetrahydrocannabinols, certain synthetic cannabinoids, and drug paraphernalia; imposing a fee.

TX HB1341

Relating to repealing certain offenses and removing certain regulations relating to the cultivation, manufacture, delivery, and possession of marihuana and cannabis.

TX HB4173

Relating to state overdose prevention and control efforts and the defense to prosecution for certain offenses involving possession of small amounts of controlled substances, marihuana, dangerous drugs, or abusable volatile chemicals, or possession of drug paraphernalia for defendants seeking assistance for a suspected overdose.

TX SB208

Relating to the criminal penalties for delivery and possession of marihuana and citations given for those offenses.

TX HB1402

Relating to the criminal penalties for certain criminal offenses.

TX HB5183

Relating to educational programs for persons whose driver's license is suspended following conviction of certain drug offenses.

TX HB224

Relating to removing criminal penalties for the possession or distribution of certain drug paraphernalia under the Texas Controlled Substances Act.

TX HB753

Relating to removing criminal penalties for the possession of drug paraphernalia under the Texas Controlled Substances Act.

Similar Bills

TX HB218

Relating to the criminal and licensing consequences of certain offenses relating to the possession of marihuana, certain tetrahydrocannabinols, certain synthetic cannabinoids, and drug paraphernalia; imposing a fee.

TX SB967

Relating to the criminal and licensing consequences of certain offenses relating to the possession of marihuana, certain tetrahydrocannabinols, certain synthetic cannabinoids, and drug paraphernalia; imposing a fee.

TX SB2028

Relating to the criminal and licensing consequences of certain offenses relating to the possession of marihuana, certain tetrahydrocannabinols, certain synthetic cannabinoids, and drug paraphernalia; imposing a fee.

TX HB3242

Relating to the criminal and licensing consequences of certain offenses relating to the possession of marihuana, certain tetrahydrocannabinols, certain synthetic cannabinoids, and drug paraphernalia; imposing a fee.

TX HB3620

Relating to repealing certain offenses and removing certain regulations relating to marihuana, cannabis, cannabinoids, synthetic cannabinoids, and paraphernalia.

TX HB551

Relating to the prosecution of and criminal penalties for the possession of marihuana concentrate; creating criminal offenses.

TX SB760

Relating to the prosecution of and criminal penalties for the possession of marihuana concentrate; creating criminal offenses.

TX HB2568

Relating to the manufacture, delivery, and possession of certain tetrahydrocannabinols under the Texas Controlled Substances Act.