Bill > S05284

This bill makes several technical changes to New York's cannabis law regarding cannabinoid hemp retail sales and product regulations. The bill narrows the definition of THC to only include Delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol, removing references to Delta-8 and Delta-10 tetrahydrocannabinol, and simplifies the calculation of "Total THC" to mean the dry weight percentage of Delta-9-THC in a product. The legislation introduces new labeling requirements for hemp-derived cannabinoid products, mandating that they include: a nutrition label with serving size, a warning that the product is not FDA-regulated and cannot treat medical conditions, the amount of hemp-derived product per serving in milligrams, and the manufacturer's or distributor's address. Additionally, the bill clarifies that cannabinoid hemp flower products (such as cigarettes, cigars, or pre-rolls) can only be sold to individuals 21 years of age and older, and allows the cannabis board to create regulations for processing, distribution, and sale of cannabinoid hemp products without infringing on licensed retailers' rights. The changes aim to provide more clarity and consumer protection in the cannabinoid hemp market.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S5284