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This bill introduces comprehensive regulations for consumable hemp products in Texas, establishing strict guidelines for their manufacture, sale, and distribution. The legislation defines consumable hemp products as items containing hemp or hemp-derived cannabinoids suitable for human ingestion, and limits these products to only containing cannabidiol (CBD) or cannabigerol (CBG). The bill requires manufacturers and retailers to obtain licenses and registrations, with significant fees ($10,000 for manufacturers, $20,000 for retailers), and mandates detailed product testing, labeling, and registration with the state department. Notably, the bill creates several criminal offenses related to hemp products, including selling to minors, manufacturing products with unauthorized cannabinoids, and selling products near schools. The legislation also prohibits products attractive to minors, requires specific packaging and labeling, and establishes a comprehensive system of administrative enforcement with potential penalties up to $10,000 per violation. Manufacturers must register each product, include a QR code on packaging, and ensure the product meets specific safety and marketing standards. The bill sets the minimum age for purchasing consumable hemp products at 21 and includes provisions for potential license revocation, criminal penalties, and strict regulatory oversight of the hemp product market.

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