Summary of New Laws Impacting the Compassionate Use Program
HB 46 Effective September 1, 2025
Caption: Relating to the medical use of low-THC cannabis under and the administration of the Texas Compassionate-Use Program; requiring registration.
The bill expands the Texas Compassionate Use Program (TCUP) and becomes effective on September 1, 2025. HB46 requires the Department of Public Safety (DPS) to issue a total of 15 TCUP licenses. With 3 active licenses, DPS will issue 12 new licenses. These new licenses will enhance patient access statewide and increase the availability of different dosage forms to treat qualifying conditions. The bill also allows dispensing organizations to open satellite locations within public health regions in addition to their primary location. Further, HB46 expands the list of conditions eligible for medical cannabis treatment under TCUP.