Bill > SB321

This bill establishes new criminal penalties for the possession of "psychoactive cannabinoids," which are defined as cannabinoids derived from or found in hemp, including substances like delta-8, delta-9, and delta-10 tetrahydrocannabinol. Possession for personal use is classified as a Class A misdemeanor, while possession for other than personal use is a Class C felony, and repeat personal use offenses are a Class D felony. The bill also amends existing law to classify various synthetic controlled substances and their analogues as Schedule I drugs, meaning they are considered to have a high potential for abuse and no accepted medical use. This broad reclassification aims to control substances that mimic the effects of controlled drugs and evade current regulations. Furthermore, the bill repeals all existing laws that regulated the sale of consumable hemp products, effectively ending the legal framework for such products. The provisions of this act are set to take effect on July 1, 2026.

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