Next week marks the beginning of crossover week, signaling a decrease in the number of bills under consideration. If a bill fails to receive a hearing in its originating chamber by the end of next week, it is considered dead. Bills that successfully pass the third and final reading in each chamber “cross over” to the other chamber for further consideration.
For instance, bills beginning with “HB” originate in the House and will transition to the Senate for review, where all Senate bills begin with “SB.” As a result, the following bills are currently under consideration:
HB2451: Marijuana Advertising Restrictions
HB2664: Cannabis Possession in School Zones Definition
HB2770: Interstate Agreements for Marijuana Delivery
SB1186: Regulation of Hemp-Derived Products
SB1262: Enforcement of Social Equity Licenses for Marijuana
Last week, HB2881, which aimed to provide free medical marijuana cards for veterans, was introduced. Unfortunately, it didn’t gain much traction as it failed to be scheduled for hearing by the assigned committees, House Appropriations (APPROP) and House Military Affairs and Public Safety (MAPS). With its late entry into the process, its chances of making a comeback seem slim.
HB2784, a bill proposing warnings on marijuana products regarding mental health risks, faces a short lifespan. It failed to be heard in the House Health and Human Services committee, suggesting its chances of progressing are limited.
HB2770, known as the “Marijuana; Interstate Agreements; Delivery” bill, moves swiftly through the legislative process. It proposes allowing interstate commerce and delivery from off-site marijuana facilities, bypassing the need to visit a retail dispensary first. Despite being introduced just last week, it has already cleared the House Commerce committee. However, its passage was marked by an unusual voting pattern. Initially, it failed to pass, resulting in a tie due to a split vote between Republicans and Democrats. Upon reconsideration, it ultimately passed with one Democrat changing their vote, resulting in a final vote count of 6-4.
Only one of the two hemp bills remains viable. HB2679, concerning the regulation of hemp-derived products, did not gain approval from the House Regulatory Affairs Committee. However, its counterpart in the Senate, SB1186, is progressing smoothly. After passing the Senate’s Natural Resources, Energy, and Water committee a few weeks ago, it has since cleared the Rules committee and Caucus, indicating its steady advancement.
A fiscal note attached to HB2452 and SB1076, titled “Marijuana Funds; Uses; Enforcement,” stirred controversy by diverting funding from the Smart and Safe Act Fund, impacting community colleges and rural police and firefighters. Typically, a negative fiscal note spells doom for a bill. This note outlined two potential fiscal impacts, neither affecting the General Fund. It highlighted the uncertainty in quantifying these impacts beforehand. If the Department of Health Services (DHS) taps into the Smart and Safe Arizona Fund for new grants to specified recipients, it would directly reduce funding for beneficiaries receiving semiannual surplus allocations. Similarly, if the Medical Marijuana Fund covers operational expenses typically funded by the Smart and Safe Arizona Fund, it would create savings that could be redirected to its statutory goals. The Smart and Safe Arizona Fund, initially fueled by a 16% excise tax on recreational marijuana sales, supports regulatory efforts. Remaining funds are distributed every six months to various entities, including community college districts, municipal police and fire departments, county sheriffs’ departments, the Highway User Revenue Fund, the Justice Reinvestment Fund, and the Attorney General. The proposed legislation aims to allow interchangeable use of the Medical Marijuana Fund and the Smart and Safe Arizona Fund for marijuana regulation. It also empowers DHS to allocate grants to the Arizona Poison Control System, the Attorney General, and local law enforcement agencies. These grants would precede semiannual disbursements to statutory beneficiaries, potentially reducing their allocations from the Smart and Safe Arizona Fund if DHS opts to award them.
HB2247, concerning Marijuana Regulatory Board licensing qualifications, progressed through the House Regulatory Affairs Committee last week with a unanimous vote of 5 in favor and none against, with one member present. However, it faced a surprising outcome in the House Appropriations Committee, where it failed to advance. The vote tally was notably unusual, with 4 in favor, 6 against, 6 present, and one member absent.
Introduced (House)
HB2770 marijuana; interstate agreements; delivery
HB2784 marijuana; warnings; mental health
HB2881- appropriation; medical marijuana; veterans; fees
Assigned House Commerce (COMM)
HB2770 marijuana; interstate agreements; delivery
Assigned House Health and Human Services (HHS)
HB2784 marijuana; warnings; mental health
Assigned House Military Affairs and Public Safety (MAPS)
HB2881- appropriation; medical marijuana; veterans; fees
Assigned House Appropriation (APPROP)
HB2881- appropriation; medical marijuana; veterans; fees
House Second Read
HB2784 marijuana; warnings; mental health
HB2881- appropriation; medical marijuana; veterans; fees
HB2770 marijuana; interstate agreements; delivery
Failed To Pass
HB2247- Marijuana Regulatory Board; Licensing Qualifications (4-6-6-1)
HB2679 Regulation; Hemp-Derived Products (1-5)
HB2770 marijuana; interstate agreements; delivery (recalled later in committee) (5-5)
Passed House Judiciary
HB2664 -Cannabis Possession; School Zones; Definition (7-1-0-1)
Passed House Health and Human Services
HB2451- Marijuana; Advertising; Restrictions (10-0)
Passed Motion to Reconsider House Commerce
HB2770 marijuana; interstate agreements; delivery (6-4)
Passed Senate Health and Human Services
SB1262- Marijuana; Social Equity Licenses; Enforcement. (7-0)
Passed Senate Natural Resources, Energy and Water
SB1186 Regulation; Hemp-Derived Products. (5-2)
Passed House Rules
HB2451- Marijuana; Advertising; Restrictions
HB2664 -Cannabis Possession; School Zones; Definition
Passed Senate Rules
SB1186 Regulation; Hemp-Derived Products.
House Caucus
HB2451- Marijuana; Advertising; Restrictions
HB2664 -Cannabis Possession; School Zones; Definition
Senate Caucus
SB1186 Regulation; Hemp-Derived Products.
Fiscal Note Added (probably killed the bill)
HB2452- Marijuana Funds; Uses; Enforcement
SB1076- Marijuana Funds; Uses; Enforcement
No New Movement (all dead after next week)
HB2175- Marijuana Monies; University Police
HB2301-Landlords; Tenant’s Marijuana Use
HB2452- Marijuana Funds; Uses; Enforcement
HCR2035- Marijuana; Unincorporated Areas; Reservations; Prohibition
SB1076- Marijuana Funds; Uses; Enforcement
SB1395 School Personnel; Reporting; Drug Offenses
SB1401- Hemp-Derived Manufactured Impairing Cannabinoids
HB2175- Marijuana Monies; University Police.
No New Movement
01/22/2024 withdrawn from Monday at 2pm in House Military Affairs and Public Safety (MAPS)
01/16/2024 House 2nd read
01/10/2024 Assigned House Military Affairs And Public Safety (MAPS)
01/10/2024 House 1st Read
01/09/2024 Introduced (House)
Adds university police departments under the Arizona Board of Regents as a recipient of excess funds in the Smart and Safe Arizona fund. Due to voter protection, this legislation requires the affirmative vote of at least 3/4 of the members of each house of the Legislature for passage.
Adds Indian reservation police agencies, Indian reservation firefighting agencies, as a recipient of excess funds in the Smart and Safe Arizona fund.
Sections Affected: 36-2856 Amended
Prime Sponsor: Payne
(VPA) Prop 103 Voter Protection Act: yes
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HOUSE SUMMARY
HB2247- Marijuana Regulatory Board; Licensing Qualifications
02/14/2024 Failed To Pass Appropriations Committee (4-6-6-1)
02-07-2024 Passed House Regulatory Affairs as amended (5-0-1)
01/16/2024 House 2nd read
01/10/2024 Assigned House Appropriations (APPROP)
01/10/2024 Assigned House Regulatory Affairs (RA)
01/10/2024 House 1st Read
01/09/2024 Introduced (House)
Requires that an applicant for a new nonprofit medical marijuana dispensary registration certificate, or establishment license be an Arizona state resident and must demonstrate residency by producing two of the following documents: Driver’s license or state issued ID, property tax bill, verified copy of state or federal income tax returns for the prior year with an Arizona address, or a utility bill and copy of payments made for the previous year. Establishes an Arizona Marijuana Regulatory Board of seven members including two members with public health experience, two members with laboratory testing expertise, two public members who do not have an ownership interest in any marijuana dispensary, establishment, independent third-party laboratory or testing facility, and one member that is a qualifying patient or family member of a qualifying patient. Requires that members of the board be appointed by the Governor and that no more than four be of the same political party or residents of the same county, who will serve a term of five years. Requires that each board member sign a confidentiality agreement, adhere to state conflict of interest laws, may not vote on matters where the Board member or family member have a pecuniary interest and may not miss more than four meetings within a six month period. Enables the Governor to remove a member for cause, allocates board members to receive $200 a day for each day spent in discharge of their duties and all appropriate expenses, and requires the board to administer the laws of the state pertaining to marijuana regulation. Enables the Board to have authorities and responsibilities pertaining to general provisions and administrative duties per state law. Requires the board to appoint a director who shall adopt rules an employ staff of the Board as needed, and whose compensation shall be set in accordance to the laws governing public officers and employees. Enables the Board to issue microbusiness licenses that allow the license holder to cultivate up to 150 marijuana plants, process marijuana and marijuana products and sell marijuana and marijuana products to persons who are at least 21 years of age. Terminates the Board on July 1, 2034 and stipulates that the initial terms of the Board are two terms ending on January 1, 2028, and three terms ending January 1, 2029. Provides for the transition from the Arizona Department of Health Services (DHS) to the Board on regulatory, obligations, administrative matters including rules, order, contracts, judicial and quasi-judicial actions, licensing and certifications, equipment, records, facilities and personnel matters. Requires the Board to take necessary actions relating to the public health and safety relating to marijuana in this state and that the legislative council staff shall prepare proposed legislation that adheres to state law. The effective date for this bill is January 1, 2026. Due to voter protection, certain sections of this legislation require the affirmative vote of at least 3/4 of the members of each house of the Legislature for passage.
Sections Affected: 36-2823 Added
36-2866 Added
41-3034.01 Added
Prime Sponsor: Payne
(VPA) Prop 103 Voter Protection Act: yes
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HOUSE SUMMARY
HB2301-Landlords; Tenant’s Marijuana Use
No New Movement
01/22/2024 Second Read (House)
01/17/2024 Assigned House Commerce (COM)
01/10/2024 Introduced (House)
A landlord may not terminate a tenant rental agreement because the tenant uses marijuana.
Sections Affected: 33-1317.01 Added
Prime Sponsor: Austin
Co-Sponsor: Aguilar
Crews
Gutierrez
Ortiz
Villegas
(VPA) Prop 103 Voter Protection Act: no
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HB2451- Marijuana; Advertising; Restrictions
02-13-2024 Caucus
02-12-2024 Passed Rules
02-05-2024 Passed House Health & Human Services 10-0
(REMOVED) 01-29-2024 Scheduled House Health & Human Services
2:00 P.M. or upon recess or adjournment of Floor
01/22/2024 Second Read (House)
01/17/2024 Assigned House Health and Human Services (HHS)
01/12/2024 Introduced (House)
Prohibits a marijuana establishment or nonprofit medical marijuana dispensary from advertising to individuals under 21 years of age, on public transportation or publicly funded organizations, or electronically, unless the advertiser has reliable evidence that over 71.5% of the audience is over the age of 21. Requires all advertising to contain a warning that marijuana is for adults and that persons using the product should ensure that they keep the product away from children. Prohibits advertising on a billboard within 1,000 feet, if in the line of sight, from a childcare center, church, public park, public playground or public or private school that provides instruction to students from preschool through grade 12. Provides that violations of this part of law give the advertiser 30 days to rectify the violation. Prohibits any advertisement for the potency of a product or tetrahydrocannabinol levels of marijuana or marijuana products. Prohibits any establishment that is not a marijuana establishment or nonprofit medical marijuana dispensary from advertising marijuana, products containing tetrahydrocannabinol or marijuana paraphernalia. Requires three-fourths of the legislature to take effect.
Sections Affected: 36-2859 Amended
Prime Sponsor: Montenegro
(VPA) Prop 103 Voter Protection Act: yes
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HOUSE SUMMARY Caucus & COW
FISCAL NOTE
HB2452- Marijuana Funds; Uses; Enforcement
No New Movement
FISCAL NOTE ADDED
(Removed) Monday 02-05-2024 Scheduled House Health & Human Services Monday room HHR 4
2:00 P.M. or upon recess or adjournment of Floor
01/23/2024 Second Read (House)
01/22/2024 Assigned House Health and Human Services (HHS)
01/12/2024 Introduced (House)
Permits monies in the Medical Marijuana Fund or the Smart and Safe Arizona Fund to be used interchangeably to implement this bill. Adds grants for the Arizona Poison Control System for operations and to support health care providers and providing public health and safety education related to, the Attorney General to investigate and enforce actions pertaining to, and municipal police departments, county sheriff departments, and tribal police agencies to investigate and take action against, the illicit sale of marijuana and intoxicating cannabinoids to required expenditures by the State Treasurer from the Smart and Safe Arizona fund are spent. Authorizes the Attorney General to use monies from either fund to investigate and take enforcement action related to the illicit sale, marketing, and distribution of marijuana and illicit cannabinoids. Due to voter protection, certain sections of this legislation require the affirmative vote of at least 3/4 of the members of each house of the Legislature for passage.
Sections Affected: 36-2817 Amended
36-2856 Amended
Prime Sponsor: Montenegro
(VPA) Prop 103 Voter Protection Act: yes
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HOUSE SUMMARY
HB2664 -Cannabis Possession; School Zones; Definition
02-13-2024 Caucus
02-12-2024 Passed Rules
02-07-2024 Passed House Judiciary 7-1-0-1
01-30-2024 House 2nd read
01-29-2024 Assigned House Judiciary (JUD)
01/23/2024 – Introduced (House)
(Unofficial Summary) Arizona’s House Bill 2664, currently under consideration in the State Legislature, proposes substantial amendments to Section 13-3411 of the Arizona Revised Statutes, specifically targeting drug offenses within drug-free school zones. The bill introduces key provisions making it illegal to sell, transfer, possess, use, or manufacture certain drugs, including marijuana and cannabis, within these zones. Notably, it seeks to elevate the presumptive, minimum, and maximum sentences for such offenses by one year, along with additional enhanced punishments. Convicted individuals face restricted eligibility for sentence suspension, probation, pardon, or release until the court-imposed sentence is served or commuted, coupled with a mandatory fine of at least $2,000 or three times the drug value. Additionally, school districts are mandated to display signs marking their premises as drug-free zones, while school personnel are obligated to report violations promptly. The bill introduces definitions for key terms like “cannabis,” “drug-free school zone,” “marijuana,” “person,” and “school,” aiming to provide clarity in enforcing these measures.
Sections Affected: 13-3411 Amended
Prime Sponsor: Biasiucci
(VPA) Prop 103 Voter Protection Act: no (but should be)
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HOUSE SUMMARY: Caucus & COW
HB2679 Regulation; Hemp-Derived Products.
02-14-2024 Failed House Regulatory Affairs (RA) (vote 1-5) (video)
02-05-2024 Assigned House Regulatory Affairs
02-05-2024 Removed from House Land, Agriculture & Rural Affairs (LARA)
01-30-2024 House Second Read
01-29-2024 Assigned House Land, Agriculture & Rural Affairs (LARA)
01/24/2024 Introduced (House)
(Unofficial Summary) Amends existing laws to regulate the production, processing, and sale of industrial hemp and hemp-derived products in Arizona. It defines key terms, sets THC concentration limits, and aligns state law with federal regulations. The bill establishes a licensing system for various roles in the hemp industry and sets out rules for labeling and selling hemp products, ensuring they are not marketed to children and are only sold to those over 21. It mandates that manufacturers provide a certificate of analysis for their products, which includes testing for contaminants and potency. The bill also creates an industrial hemp advisory council and provides an affirmative defense for certain marijuana-related charges for compliant licensees. Additionally, it allows for the inspection and regulation of hemp production and products, and outlines corrective actions for non-compliance
Sections Affected:
3-311 Amended
3-312 Amended
3-313. 3-314 Amended
3-316 Amended
3-317 Amended
3-318 Amended
3-320 Amended
Prime Sponsor: Payne
(VPA) Prop 103 Voter Protection Act: no
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HOUSE SUMMARY
HB2770 marijuana; interstate agreements; delivery
02-13-2024 Passed Motion to Reconsider House Commerce (COMM) (vote 6-4) (video)
02-13-2024 Failed House Commerce (COMM) (vote 5-5) (video)
02-12-2024 House Second Read
02-08-2024 Assigned House Commerce (COMM)
02-08-2024 Introduced (House)
Allows the Governor to enter into an agreement with another state for the purposes of cross-jurisdictional coordination and enforcement of marijuana-related businesses authorized to conduct business in either this state or the other state and cross-jurisdictional delivery of marijuana and marijuana products between this state and the other state. Requires the agreement to ensure enforceable public health and safety standards, include a system to regulate and track the interstate delivery of marijuana and marijuana products (marijuana), and ensure that any marijuana delivered into this state, before sale to a consumer, is tested, packaged and labeled as required by statute. Allows the agreement to authorize Arizona agencies to provide policy recommendations and assist in implementing and enforcing the agreement. Allows a marijuana establishment or dual licensee (establishment) to deliver marijuana to a person located in and authorized to receive marijuana from the other state. Allows an establishment to receive marijuana from a person located in and authorized to export marijuana by the other state. Conditions enactment on amendment of federal law to allow for the interstate transfer of marijuana and an opinion from the U.S. Department of Justice allowing or tolerating the interstate transfer of marijuana, both by October 1, 2028. Requires the Arizona Department of Health Services to notify the Director of the Arizona Legislative Council on or before November 1, 2028, whether and when these two conditions were met. Effective only on the affirmative vote of at least three-fourths of the members of each house of the legislature. Clarifies that a “designated location” may be an establishment’s retail location or where the marijuana is processed, manufactured or cultivated.
Prime: Wilmeth
Co-Sponsor: Gowan
Sections Affected:
36-2850 Amended
36-2854 Amended
41-116 Added
(VPA) Prop 103 Voter Protection Act: yes
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HOUSE SUMMARY Caucus & COW
HB2784 marijuana; warnings; mental health
02/08/2024 House Second Read
02/06/2024 Assigned House Health and Human Services (HHS)
02/06/2024 Introduced (House)
Requires the Arizona Department of Public Health and Safety to adopt rules with specific language requiring each marijuana establishment and nonprofit medical marijuana dispensary, at their own cost, to display a conspicuous sign that warns of the risk that marijuana use may contribute to mental health problems, including an increased risk of psychotic disorders such as schizophrenia and psychosis. Requires any marijuana product packaging labeled for sale to include a consumer scannable tetrahydrocannabinol quick response code or similar technology linking to a webpage that displays the warning: “Marijuana use may contribute to mental health problems, including an increased risk of psychotic disorders such as schizophrenia and psychosis.” Legislative findings. Effective only on the affirmative vote of at least three-fourths of the members of each house of the legislature.
Parker B Prime
Carbone Co-Sponsor
Heap Co-Sponsor
Jones Co-Sponsor
Marshall Co-Sponsor
Parker J Co-Sponsor
Smith Co-Sponsor
Sections Affected:
36-2803 Amended
36-2854.01 Amended
36-2854 Amended
(VPA) Prop 103 Voter Protection Act: yes
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HB2881- appropriation; medical marijuana; veterans; fees
02-12-2024 House Second Read
02-08-2024 Assigned House Appropriation (APPROP)
02-08-2024 Assigned House Military Affairs and Public Safety (MAPS)
02-08-2024 Introduced (House)
Appropriates $10,000,000 from the general fund in FY2024-25 to the Arizona Department of Health Services for the issuance and renewal of registry identification cards for veterans of the United States Armed Forces. These funds are exempt from lapsing.
Mathis Prime
(VPA) Prop 103 Voter Protection Act: yes
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HCR2035- Marijuana; Unincorporated Areas; Reservations; Prohibition
No New Movement
01-29-2024 Second Read
01/25/2024 Assigned House Regulatory Affairs (RA)
01/12/2024 Introduced
(Unofficial summary) This passage outlines restrictions on issuing nonprofit medical marijuana dispensary registration certificates, certifying third-party laboratories, and granting marijuana establishment or testing facility licenses in unincorporated territory surrounded by an Indian reservation in Arizona. Additionally, it mentions the Secretary of State submitting a proposition related to this matter to voters at the next general election.
Sections Affected: (blank)
Prime Sponsor: Peshlakai
Co-Sponsor: Contreras L
Crews
Gutierrez
Hernandez L
Hernandez M
Ortiz
Quiñonez
Sandoval
Schwiebert
Seaman
Stahl Hamilton
Terech
Travers
Tsosie
Villegas
Hatathlie
(VPA) Prop 103 Voter Protection Act: no, because it goes to the voter
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SB1076- Marijuana Funds; Uses; Enforcement.
No New Movement
FISCAL NOTE ADDED
(REMOVED)01-30-2024 Scheduled Senate Health & Human Services
01-17-2024 Second Read (Senate)
01/16/2024 Assigned Senate Health and Human Services (HHS)
01/11/2024 Introduced (House)
Permits monies in the Medical Marijuana Fund or the Smart and Safe Arizona Fund to be used interchangeably to implement this bill. Adds grants for the Arizona Poison Control System for operations and to support health care providers and providing public health and safety education related to, the Attorney General to investigate and enforce actions pertaining to, and municipal police departments, county sheriff departments, and tribal police agencies to investigate and take action against, the illicit sale of marijuana and intoxicating cannabinoids to required expenditures by the State Treasurer from the Smart and Safe Arizona fund are spent. Authorizes the Attorney General to use monies from either fund to investigate and take enforcement action related to the illicit sale, marketing, and distribution of marijuana and illicit cannabinoids. Due to voter protection, certain sections of this legislation require the affirmative vote of at least 3/4 of the members of each house of the Legislature for passage.
Sections Affected: 36-2817 Amended
36-2856 Amended
Prime Sponsor: Shope
(VPA) Prop 103 Voter Protection Act: yes
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SENATE SUMMARY
SB1186 Regulation; Hemp-Derived Products.
02/06/2024 Caucus
02/05/2024 Rules
02-01-2024 Passed Senate Natural Resources, Energy and Water(NREW) (vote 5-2)
01/25/2024 Second Read (Senate)
01/24/2024 Assigned Senate Natural Resources, Energy and Water (NREW)
01/22/2024 Introduced (Senate)
(Unofficial Summary) Amends existing laws to regulate the production, processing, and sale of industrial hemp and hemp-derived products in Arizona. It defines key terms, sets THC concentration limits, and aligns state law with federal regulations. The bill establishes a licensing system for various roles in the hemp industry and sets out rules for labeling and selling hemp products, ensuring they are not marketed to children and are only sold to those over 21. It mandates that manufacturers provide a certificate of analysis for their products, which includes testing for contaminants and potency. The bill also creates an industrial hemp advisory council and provides an affirmative defense for certain marijuana-related charges for compliant licensees. Additionally, it allows for the inspection and regulation of hemp production and products, and outlines corrective actions for non-compliance
Sections Affected: 3-311 Amended
3-312 Amended
3-313. 3-314 Amended
3-316 Amended
3-317 Amended
3-318 Amended
3-320 Amended
Prime Sponsor: Borrelli
(VPA) Prop 103 Voter Protection Act: no
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SENATE FACT SHEET
SB1262- Marijuana; Social Equity Licenses; Enforcement.
02-13-2024 Passed Senate Health and Human Services (vote 7-0)
01-31-2024 Senate Second Read
01-30-2024 Senate – First Reading
01/24/2024 Introduced (Senate)
(Unofficial Summary) Proposes amendments to the Arizona Revised Statutes, introducing Section 36-2866, focusing on the social equity ownership program for marijuana establishment licenses. The bill sets conditions for the transfer of licenses held by entities with at least fifty-one percent ownership by a principal officer or board member under the social equity program. It addresses issues such as predatory agreements, rule violations by minority interest holders, undisclosed excluded felony offenses, and the absence of a marijuana facility agent card during the application process. Approval from the Attorney General is mandated for such transfers, with a provision for the original officer or board member to file complaints regarding predatory agreements. The bill grants authority to the Attorney General’s Office and the Department to enforce actions against those involved in predatory agreements and defines terms such as “minimum fair market value.” Additionally, a severability clause is included, ensuring the act’s effectiveness even if parts are deemed invalid, and it emphasizes a three-fourths vote requirement for legislative enactment.
Sections Affected: 36-2866 Added
Prime Sponsor: Borrelli
Co-Sponsor: Diaz
Gillette
Peña
(VPA) Prop 103 Voter Protection Act: yes
FULL TEXT
HOUSE SUMMARY
SB1395 School Personnel; Reporting; Drug Offenses
No New Movement
02-01-2024 Senate Second Read
01-31-2024 Assigned Senate Judiciary (JUD)
01-25-2024 Introduced Senate
Grants schools the authority to determine their approach regarding the possession, use, sale, or transfer of marijuana, peyote, prescription drugs, dangerous drugs, or narcotic drugs, as well as the manufacture of dangerous drugs within drug-free school zones. However, it removes the requirement for administrators to report violations directly to law enforcement officers immediately.
Sections Affected 13-3411 Amended
15-746 Amended
Prime Sponsor: Alston
Co-Sponsor: Fernandez
(VPA) Prop 103 Voter Protection Act: no
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SB1401- Hemp-Derived Manufactured Impairing Cannabinoids
No New Movement
02-01-2024 Senate Second Read
01-31-2024 Assigned Senate Natural Resources, Energy and Water (NREW)
01-31-2024 Introduced (Senate)
Expands the scope of regulated substances to include hemp-derived manufactured impairing cannabinoids. These cannabinoids, altered chemically from their natural state in hemp, include Delta-8, Delta-9 THC above 0.3% on a dry-weight basis (including ingestible products), Delta-10, hexahydrocannabinol, and others with impairing properties. The law excludes cannabinoids produced through decarboxylation without chemical catalysts, as well as non-intoxicating cannabinoids like CBD, CBN, CBG, CBC, CBL, CBDV, CBV, and THCV. This amendment modifies the definitions in Section 13-3401, effectively rendering these substances illegal.
Sections Affected: 13-3401 Amended
15-712 Amended
32-1901 Amended
Prime Sponsor: Shamp
Co-Sponsor: Carroll
Gowan
Kerr
(VPA) Prop 103 Voter Protection Act: no
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