The bill amends Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 342.40, subdivision 7, to allow authorized retailers to give away samples of cannabis products at cannabis event sales. This change permits cannabis microbusinesses, mezzobusinesses, and other authorized retailers to display and provide samples of various cannabis items, including adult-use cannabis flower and products, as long as they adhere to specific regulations regarding storage, labeling, and customer age verification. The bill specifies that samples must be stored properly and cannot exceed certain quantities, such as eight grams of adult-use cannabis flower or 100 milligrams of THC in edibles.

Additionally, the bill removes the prohibition against giving away cannabis products, which was previously included in the law. It maintains other restrictions, such as not selling to visibly intoxicated individuals or exceeding legal possession limits. The overall aim of the bill is to enhance customer experience at cannabis events by allowing sampling while ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 342.40