The proposed bill seeks to regulate industrial hemp and consumable hemp products in Michigan by establishing a comprehensive licensing framework for individuals and businesses involved in processing these products. It defines consumable hemp products as nonintoxicating edible substances intended for human or animal consumption and mandates that all such products undergo safety testing and compliance checks before sale. The bill also sets forth labeling requirements, including necessary warnings about FDA evaluations and child safety. Additionally, it creates a consumable hemp product fund to manage fees associated with licensing and processing activities.

The bill outlines the powers and responsibilities of the cannabis regulatory agency, which will oversee the licensing process, enforce compliance, and impose penalties for violations. It prohibits the processing or sale of products containing intoxicating cannabinoids and grants the agency the authority to suspend licenses without prior notice if public health is at risk. The bill establishes penalties for violations, categorizing first offenses as misdemeanors with fines between $10,000 and $25,000 and potential imprisonment, while subsequent violations carry increased penalties. Furthermore, it repeals the Industrial Hemp Research and Development Act and stipulates that the bill will only take effect if three related bills from the 103rd Legislature are enacted.

Statutes affected:
House Introduced Bill: 286.841, 286.859