Bill > HB0054

This bill addresses multiple aspects of hemp, cannabinoid, and medical cannabis regulation in Utah, with several key provisions. The bill modifies definitions and regulations for industrial hemp, cannabinoid products, and medical cannabis, including expanding the licensing and operational requirements for medical cannabis pharmacies and production establishments. Specifically, the bill increases the number of medical cannabis pharmacy licenses from 15 to 17, introduces two independent medical cannabis pharmacy licenses targeted at medically underserved areas, adds more stringent background check requirements for cannabinoid processors, and creates new rules for handling newly identified cannabinoids. The legislation also removes references to the state central patient portal, adds more detailed reporting requirements for the Department of Agriculture and Food, and adjusts various definitions and operational standards across multiple sections of Utah law. The bill aims to refine and improve the state's regulatory framework for medical cannabis and hemp-derived products, with an effective date of May 7, 2025, providing a comprehensive update to existing cannabinoid-related statutes.

Agriculture and Natural Resources, Health and Social Services

https://le.utah.gov/~2025/bills/static/HB0054.html