General Assembly Raised Bill No. 231 seeks to amend current cannabis regulations and the registration process for electronic nicotine delivery system dealers. The bill repeals Section 21a-408w and introduces new requirements for cannabis establishments, mandating that they submit marijuana samples for testing according to standards set by the Commissioner of Consumer Protection. If a sample fails, the establishment must either retest or submit a remediation plan; failure to comply will result in the disposal of the entire batch. Additionally, the bill modifies the dealer registration process, requiring detailed personal and financial information from applicants, including a criminal background check for each owner, and emphasizes public health and safety in these processes.

The legislation also clarifies the roles of licensed pharmacists in cannabis sales, stipulating that only specific entities, such as delivery services and dispensaries, may deliver cannabis. It mandates that cannabis sold to qualifying patients must be dispensed by a licensed pharmacist, who must be available for consultations. New operational requirements for hybrid retailers include the presence of a licensed pharmacist for a minimum of eight hours weekly and the provision of telehealth consultations. The bill further outlines procedures for handling undeliverable cannabis and prohibits hybrid retailers from converting their licenses without a lottery application process. Overall, Raised Bill No. 231 aims to enhance regulatory oversight and ensure public health and safety in the cannabis industry.

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