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HB 390

Controlled Substances - As introduced, changes from January 1 to January 15 the date by which the medical cannabis commission must submit its annual findings and recommendations to the general assembly. - Amends TCA Title 4; Title 9; Title 38; Title 39; Title 40; Title 43; Title 49; Title 50; Title 53; Title 63; Title 67 and Title 68.

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Bryan Terry

Delays medical cannabis commission's annual report submission deadline from January 1 to January 15, providing additional time for comprehensive findings.

Ref. to Health Committee - Judiciary Committee
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Bill Summary · HB 390

Legislative bill overview

HB 390 modifies the deadline for Tennessee's medical cannabis commission to submit its annual findings and recommendations to the state legislature, moving the submission date from January 1 to January 15. The bill amends multiple Tennessee code titles related to controlled substances, healthcare, and governance structures.

Why is this important

The two-week deadline extension provides the cannabis commission additional time to compile comprehensive annual findings before submission, potentially allowing for more thorough data analysis and recommendations. This procedural adjustment affects the timing of policy guidance on medical cannabis regulation that informs legislative decision-making.

Potential points of contention

  • Administrative vs. substantive debate: Some may view this as a minor procedural fix while others question why multiple code titles require amendment for a simple date change
  • Transparency concerns: Extending deadlines could be perceived as delaying public access to cannabis program data and recommendations
  • Scope creep: The bill's broad amendments across 12 different code titles warrant scrutiny to ensure changes are limited to deadline modifications rather than substantive cannabis policy alterations

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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