Texas Employers Should Prepare for Uptick in Cannabis Use and Accommodation Requests as State Expands Medical Marijuana Law
You may be surprised to learn that Texas permits the use of low-THC medical marijuana to treat certain health conditions – and a new law will significantly expand the program starting September 1 . In addition to changing the measurement of allowable THC levels, HB46 adds qualifying health conditions, authorizes more dispensaries, and expands permissible cannabis products (like lotions and some vapes). This means Texas employers will likely see an uptick in employee cannabis use and accommodation requests . Notably, the new law does not provide employment protections – but there are some key risks to note. So, now is a good time to review and potentially revise your drug testing and accommodation policies to ensure you’re ready for the changes and understand the legal risks . Here’s what you need to know about the Texas Compassionate-Use Program and four things you should consider doing before September 1. Quick Download for Employers The upcoming revisions to the Texas Compassionate-U...