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Introduced
04/04/2025
04/04/2025
In Committee
04/22/2025
04/22/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
06/16/2025
06/16/2025
Introduced Session
2025 Regular Session
Bill Summary
An act relating to hemp consumable THC products; amending s. 500.03, F.S.; revising the definition of the term "food"; amending s. 581.217, F.S.; revising and providing definitions; providing for the distribution and retail sale of hemp consumable THC products; authorizing the Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services to adopt rules; providing penalties; providing for the certification of independent laboratories by the department; authorizing the department to take certain actions against licensees and permittees; creating s. 581.218, F.S.; providing definitions; providing for mail order, Internet, and remote sales of hemp consumable THC products; providing penalties; authorizing certain legal actions; creating s. 581.219, F.S.; providing for the seizure and destruction of contraband hemp consumable THC products; creating s. 581.220, F.S.; prohibiting the ingestion of hemp consumable THC products near school properties; providing exceptions; providing penalties; amending ss. 565.04 and 565.045, F.S.; authorizing specified businesses to sell hemp consumable THC products; amending ss. 569.006 and 569.35, F.S.; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; providing an effective date.
AI Summary
This bill establishes comprehensive regulations for hemp consumable THC products in Florida, creating a detailed framework for their production, distribution, sale, and use. The legislation defines hemp consumable THC products as substances containing psychotropic cannabinoids derived from hemp, and sets strict guidelines for their retail sale, including limitations on potency, packaging, and marketing. Retailers must obtain a food permit and adhere to age restrictions, only selling to individuals 21 and older. The bill mandates that these products must be tested by independent laboratories and include specific labeling requirements, such as cannabinoid content, warning labels, and a universal symbol. The legislation also creates regulations for mail order and online sales, requiring age verification and specific shipping protocols. Additionally, the bill prohibits consuming these products within 1,000 feet of schools between 6 a.m. and midnight and establishes penalties for violations, including fines and potential legal action. The new regulations aim to ensure consumer safety, prevent youth access, and provide a structured approach to the emerging hemp consumable THC product market in Florida, with the law set to take effect on January 1, 2026.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance, Business and Industry
Sponsors (3)
Other Sponsors (2)
Commerce Committee (House), Housing, Agriculture & Tourism Subcommittee (House)
Last Action
Died on Second Reading Calendar (on 06/16/2025)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2025/7027 |
| BillText | https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2025/7027/BillText/c1/PDF |
| Analysis - Commerce Committee (Post-Meeting) | https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2025/7027/Analyses/h7027b.COM.PDF |
| Withdrawn Prior to Consideration | https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2025/7027/Amendment/260199/PDF |
| Analysis - Budget Committee (Post-Meeting) | https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2025/7027/Analyses/h7027a.BUC.PDF |
| Analysis - Budget Committee (Post-Meeting) | https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2025/7027/Analyses/h7027.BUC.PDF |
| BillText | https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2025/7027/BillText/Filed/PDF |
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