Bill > LD1920

This bill introduces comprehensive regulations for hemp-derived products with potential intoxicating effects, specifically targeting sales to individuals under 21 years old. The legislation defines several key categories of cannabinoids, distinguishing between "nonintoxicating cannabinoids" (like CBD and CBG) and "potentially intoxicating cannabinoids" (which include various forms of tetrahydrocannabinol and its derivatives). A "potentially intoxicating hemp product" is defined as an ingestible hemp-derived consumer product containing more than 0.3% potentially intoxicating cannabinoids and less than a 10:1 ratio of nonintoxicating to intoxicating cannabinoids. The bill prohibits selling such products to anyone under 21 and mandates that these products must be packaged in child-resistant and tamper-evident packaging, with labeling that does not cause consumer confusion or violate trademark laws. The bill is classified as an emergency measure, meaning it takes effect immediately upon approval, driven by concerns about child safety and the potential harm from unrestricted sales of intoxicating hemp products that might be attractively packaged or mistaken for child-friendly items like gummies.

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