The bill revises existing laws concerning the sale of hemp products to consumers, specifically prohibiting the sale of hemp products that contain THC. It establishes that unless a product is authorized as a food or drug by the United States Food and Drug Administration, it cannot be sold to consumers in the state. The bill also introduces new definitions, clarifying terms such as "consumer," which refers to individuals who take possession of hemp products without the intent to resell, and "hemp product," which is defined as a product intended for consumption, smoking, or vaping that contains postharvest hemp.
Additionally, the bill removes the previous reference to "edible" hemp products and includes a broader definition of hemp that aligns with existing legal definitions. The act is set to take effect immediately upon passage and approval, ensuring that the new regulations are implemented without delay.