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Introduced
03/06/2025
03/06/2025
In Committee
06/04/2025
06/04/2025
Crossed Over
06/04/2025
06/04/2025
Passed
Dead
06/04/2025
06/04/2025
Introduced Session
Potential new amendment
2025 General Assembly
Bill Summary
To (1) authorize infused beverage manufacturers to manufacture for sale in other markets beverages that exceed the THC cap, (2) authorize liquor wholesaler permittees to exclusively sell infused beverages, (3) extend the term of certain cannabis licenses, (4) extend the period within which certain cannabis licensees must create equity joint ventures to pay a reduced conversion fee, (5) cap the THC content of prefilled cartridges, (6) allow cannabis licensees to refrain from reporting the diversion, theft or loss of cannabis in certain circumstances, (7) modify the labeling requirements for certain manufacturer hemp products, (8) expand the area within which certain cultivation facilities may be located, (9) establish a "cannabis employee support account", (10) enable certain social equity applicants to apply for additional licenses, (11) establish various hemp incentives and a hemp tax credit, (12) expand the authorized activities of micro-cultivators, (13) authorize transporter licensees to expand their authorized activities, (14) modify infused beverage labeling requirements, (15) restrict the hours during which cannabis, cigarettes, tobacco products, electronic nicotine delivery systems and vapor products may be sold at retail, and (16) modify the remonstrance and municipal notification processes applicable to cigarette dealers.
AI Summary
This bill introduces multiple changes to cannabis, hemp, and tobacco regulations in Connecticut. It authorizes infused beverage manufacturers to produce beverages with higher THC content for out-of-state markets, allows liquor wholesalers to exclusively sell infused beverages, and extends the term of certain cannabis licenses. The bill provides social equity applicants additional opportunities to obtain cannabis cultivation licenses, particularly by partnering with existing hemp producers. It modifies rules around equity joint ventures, allowing licensees to increase ownership stakes after three years with council approval. The legislation caps THC content in prefilled cartridges, adjusts labeling requirements for hemp and cannabis products, and expands authorized activities for micro-cultivators and transporters. The bill also introduces new provisions for retailers, including restricting cannabis sales hours and creating a "cannabis employee support account". Additionally, it establishes a task force to study cannabis laboratory testing standards and makes various technical amendments to existing cannabis, hemp, and tobacco regulations. The changes aim to refine the state's cannabis market, promote social equity, and ensure consumer safety.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance, Justice
Sponsors (2)
Other Sponsors (1)
General Law Committee (J)
Last Action
Senate Calendar Number 632 (on 06/04/2025)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.cga.ct.gov/asp/cgabillstatus/cgabillstatus.asp?selBillType=Bill&bill_num=HB07178&which_year=2025 |
| Fiscal Note for HB-7178, As Amended by House "A" (LCO 10720) | https://www.cga.ct.gov/2025/FN/PDF/2025HB-07178-R01-FN.PDF |
| Fiscal Note for Amendment LCO 10720 (No Fiscal Impact) | https://www.cga.ct.gov/2025/fna/pdf/2025HB-07178-R00LCO10720-FNA.PDF |
| House Schedule A LCO# 10720 (J) | https://www.cga.ct.gov/2025/amd/H/pdf/2025HB-07178-R00HA-AMD.pdf |
| BillText | https://www.cga.ct.gov/2025/TOB/H/PDF/2025HB-07178-R02-HB.PDF |
| Bill Analysis For File Copy 631 | https://www.cga.ct.gov/2025/BA/PDF/2025HB-07178-R000631-BA.PDF |
| Fiscal Note For File Copy 631 | https://www.cga.ct.gov/2025/FN/PDF/2025HB-07178-R000631-FN.PDF |
| BillText | https://www.cga.ct.gov/2025/TOB/H/PDF/2025HB-07178-R01-HB.PDF |
| BillText | https://www.cga.ct.gov/2025/TOB/H/PDF/2025HB-07178-R00-HB.PDF |
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