Proposing a constitutional amendment to direct the legislature to authorize and regulate the possession, cultivation, and sale of cannabis for medical use.

HJR 70 proposes a constitutional amendment requiring the Texas legislature to authorize and regulate the medical use of cannabis. It defines "cannabis" broadly to include the plant, seeds, and all derivatives, and mandates that the legislature establish rules for its possession, cultivation, and sale specifically for medical purposes. If approved by voters in the November 2025 election, this amendment would obligate the legislature to create a legal framework for medical cannabis, though it does not establish the program itself. The bill directly affects Texas residents seeking medical cannabis treatment and would shift regulatory authority from current state law to a constitutionally mandated process.