Bill > A08813

This bill relates to the packaging of cannabis and industrial hemp products. It requires the Cannabis Control Board to develop strategic plans detailing the packaging and labeling requirements to be used prior to the retail sale of any cannabis or cannabis product. The bill also establishes a sustainable cannabis packaging incubator program to encourage the use and development of sustainable cannabis packaging materials, with a focus on using industrial hemp. The program participants must purchase hemp products from New York State residents or small farm operators. The bill aims to promote the use of compostable and biodegradable cannabis packaging materials in the adult-use cannabis industry.