Bill > HF1735

This bill establishes a framework for liquor wholesalers to purchase and sell lower-potency hemp edibles in Minnesota, with several key provisions. Starting April 1, 2025, wholesalers must register with the state office to legally sell these products, facing potential penalties for non-compliance. Registered wholesalers are authorized to purchase lower-potency hemp edibles from various cannabis businesses, sell them to specific retailers, and import hemp-derived products, provided they meet certain regulatory requirements. The bill mandates that wholesalers maintain accurate records, ensure proper product labeling, comply with building and sanitary regulations, and adhere to strict transportation guidelines, including using tamper-evident packaging and maintaining detailed shipping manifests. Wholesalers can also sell other related products like industrial hemp items and cannabis paraphernalia. The legislation includes provisions for importing hemp-derived products from out-of-state manufacturers, with the requirement that these manufacturers follow consumer safety regulations similar to Minnesota's. The state office is granted enforcement powers, including the ability to issue administrative orders, embargo products, and impose civil penalties. The bill aims to create a structured and regulated approach to the sale of lower-potency hemp edibles by liquor wholesalers.

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https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?b=House&f=HF1735&ssn=0&y=2025