Bill > HB2451

This bill amends Arizona's existing marijuana advertising laws. The key provisions include: (1) prohibiting marijuana establishments and dispensaries from advertising to those under 21 years old, including using images, names, or language that would appeal to minors; (2) restricting billboard advertising near certain sensitive locations like schools and parks; (3) requiring all marijuana ads to include a warning about not using marijuana if under 21 and keeping it away from children; (4) prohibiting ads from showing marijuana consumption or disclosing potency/THC levels; and (5) imposing civil penalties of $20,000 per violation on entities other than licensed marijuana businesses that advertise marijuana illegally. The bill also exempts the Department of Health Services from certain rulemaking requirements for 24 months and requires a three-fourths legislative vote to enact the amended advertising restrictions.