Bill > S1214

This bill amends the South Carolina Code of Laws to regulate the sale and distribution of products containing hemp-derived cannabinoids, such as Delta-8-tetrahydrocannabinol and Delta-10-tetrahydrocannabinol. The key provisions include: 1. Defining "hemp-derived cannabinoid" and regulating its sale and distribution, including prohibiting the sale to minors under 18 years old and requiring licenses for producers and retailers. 2. Mandating testing and labeling requirements for products containing hemp-derived cannabinoids to ensure safety and transparency. 3. Prohibiting the sale or distribution of hemp-derived cannabinoid products within 1,000 feet of educational institutions (kindergarten through 12th grade). 4. Amending the state's tobacco-free school campus policy to include references to hemp-derived cannabinoids, allowing for their inclusion in instructional or research activities. The bill aims to establish a regulatory framework for the hemp-derived cannabinoid industry in South Carolina while also addressing concerns about youth access and product safety.