Bill > SB1186

This bill amends existing Arizona law to expand the regulation of hemp-derived products in the state. Key provisions of the bill include: - Defining "hemp-derived products" and distinguishing them from "industrial hemp products" not intended for human or animal consumption. - Authorizing the commercial production, harvesting, transportation, processing, manufacturing, and retailing of hemp and hemp-derived products in Arizona, while maintaining strict control over marijuana. - Granting the Arizona Department of Agriculture rulemaking authority to oversee the licensing, labeling, and retail sale of hemp-derived products, including requiring testing, secure storage, and age restrictions. - Requiring manufacturers to include detailed product information and a warning label on all hemp-derived product packaging. - Allowing the Department to inspect hemp-derived products, take enforcement actions like cease and desist orders, and seize non-compliant products. - Establishing an industrial hemp advisory council to assist the Department and ensure compliance with federal law. - Providing an affirmative defense against marijuana/narcotic drug charges for licensed hemp industry participants complying with the law.