Bill > HB393

This bill creates comprehensive regulations for hemp-derived consumable products in Missouri, establishing a detailed framework for their manufacture, distribution, sale, and use. The legislation requires businesses involved in hemp-derived product sales to obtain specific licenses from the Division of Alcohol and Tobacco Control, with annual fees ranging from $250 to $500 depending on the type of business. The bill mandates rigorous testing for safety and toxicity, including checks for heavy metals, pesticides, mycotoxins, solvents, and microbials, and requires each product to have a certificate of analysis from an independent testing laboratory. Products must be labeled with extensive information, including cannabinoid content, potential allergens, and warnings about consumption, and are restricted from appealing to individuals under 21 years old through packaging or marketing design. The bill imposes limits on THC content in different product types, prohibits sales to minors, and establishes an excise tax of 2% on retail sales, with revenue dedicated to veterans' programs, drug abuse prevention, and first responder initiatives. Additionally, the legislation addresses workplace and driving regulations, ensuring that employers are not required to accommodate product use and that operating vehicles while impaired remains illegal. The bill also includes provisions for school district policies, safe harbor manufacturing, and comprehensive indemnification for licensed manufacturers, distributors, and retailers.

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https://house.mo.gov/Bill.aspx?bill=HB393&year=2025&code=R