HB72
In CommitteeALCrimes & offenses; smoking or vaping marijuana in motor vehicle when child is present prohibited, criminal penalties provided, notification of Department of Human Resources required, mandatory reporting if child smells of marijuana required
Alabama · Session 2026
Status
In Committee
As of Jan 29, 2026
Last Action
Third Reading in House of Origin
Official Source
Official Full Bill TextSummary
Alabama bill prohibiting smoking or vaping marijuana in a motor vehicle when a child is present, with criminal penalties, mandatory DHS notification, and mandatory reporting if a child smells of marijuana, currently on third reading in the House. New criminal penalties and mandatory reporting requirements tied to marijuana use around children could affect consumer behavior and patient use patterns in Alabama.
What
Alabama bill prohibiting smoking or vaping marijuana in a motor vehicle when a child is present, with criminal penalties, mandatory DHS notification, and mandatory reporting if a child smells of marijuana, currently on third reading in the House.
Who
patients
Why
New criminal penalties and mandatory reporting requirements tied to marijuana use around children could affect consumer behavior and patient use patterns in Alabama.
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