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SB 335

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.

89th Legislature (2025) Introduced by Sarah Eckhardt

Texas SB 335 would legalize and regulate the cannabis industry through licensing, fees, and criminal penalties for regulatory violations, fundamentally reshaping state drug policy.

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Bill Summary · SB 335

Legislative bill overview

SB 335 proposes establishing a comprehensive regulatory framework for cannabis cultivation, manufacturing, processing, distribution, and sale in Texas. The bill would authorize the state to impose fees, require occupational licenses for cannabis businesses, and create criminal penalties for violations of the regulatory scheme.

Why is this important

This represents a significant shift in Texas cannabis policy, moving from near-total prohibition toward a regulated commercial market. The bill would generate state revenue through licensing fees, create legal business opportunities, and establish consumer safety standards—while simultaneously requiring law enforcement to enforce new regulatory violations rather than simple possession charges.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope of legalization: The bill covers cultivation through retail sale, but the exact permitted uses (medical only vs. recreational) and THC potency limits are not detailed in the summary, which could spark debate
  • Criminal penalties: Creating new cannabis-related offenses suggests the bill maintains some prohibitions; the distinction between legal and illegal cannabis activity under this framework remains undefined
  • Implementation costs: Establishing licensing agencies, testing facilities, and enforcement mechanisms requires substantial state investment before fee revenue materializes, raising budget concerns

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

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