Bill > HB373

This bill amends Delaware law to regulate and tax "infused beverages," which are non-alcoholic drinks containing Delta-9 tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) up to a certain limit per serving and container, and are distinct from alcoholic beverages. It expands the definition of "importer" and "distributor" to include those dealing with infused beverages, and allows "package stores" (stores selling alcohol for off-premises consumption) to obtain permits to sell these beverages, provided they are clearly labeled as containing THC and stored separately from alcohol. The bill also permits microbreweries to sell infused beverages for off-premises consumption, establishes a tax of $0.50 per container on infused beverages, and outlines requirements for manufacturers, including sourcing Delta-9 extract from hemp and using approved extraction methods. Furthermore, it clarifies rules for selling marijuana and infused beverages to individuals 21 and older, prohibits sales to minors, and sets specific hours for sales of marijuana products and infused beverages, with an option for retail marijuana stores to sell infused beverages on Sundays for an additional fee. The bill also includes provisions for administrative inspections, penalties for violations, and a sunset clause that would repeal authorizations for infused beverages if federal law changes their classification as a controlled substance or if specific federal appropriations legislation takes effect.