By: Zaffirini S.B. No. 1103
A BILL TO BE ENTITLED
AN ACT
relating to prohibiting the distribution or sale of certain
flavored consumable hemp products; creating a criminal offense.
BE IT ENACTED BY THE LEGISLATURE OF THE STATE OF TEXAS:
SECTION 1. Subchapter E, Chapter 443, Health and Safety
Code, is amended by adding Section 443.2055 to read as follows:
Sec. 443.2055. DISTRIBUTION OR SALE OF CERTAIN FLAVORED
CONSUMABLE HEMP PRODUCTS PROHIBITED. (a) A person commits an
offense if the person knowingly distributes, sells, or possesses
with intent to distribute or sell a consumable hemp product that is:
(1) marketed or packaged to appear similar to a candy
or beverage product; and
(2) modified by flavoring or coloring to appear
similar to a candy or beverage product.
(b) An offense under this section is a felony of the second
degree.
SECTION 2. This Act takes effect September 1, 2025.