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This bill establishes a comprehensive regulatory framework for hemp-derived cannabinoid (HDC) products in New Hampshire, creating a licensing and oversight system administered by the New Hampshire Liquor Commission. The bill defines hemp-derived cannabinoid products, establishes three types of licenses (supplier, wholesaler, and retailer), and sets strict requirements for product testing, packaging, labeling, and sales. Key provisions include limiting THC content to 0.3%, prohibiting sales to individuals under 21, mandating child-resistant packaging, requiring detailed product labeling with warning statements, and imposing a 5% wholesale tax on sales. The bill also includes advertising restrictions, bans direct-to-consumer shipping, and specifies that employers are not required to accommodate HDC product use in the workplace. Notably, the bill does not permit the sale of synthetic cannabinoids or products with THC content exceeding 0.3%, and it establishes penalties for non-compliance, including potential felony charges for operating without proper licensing. The regulatory system is designed to ensure product safety, prevent sales to minors, and provide clear guidelines for manufacturers, distributors, and retailers of hemp-derived cannabinoid products.

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