This bill amends New Jersey cannabis legislation to permit liquor stores to sell low dose THC beverages, defined as cannabis products containing less than 10 milligrams of THC per container. The legislation introduces a new definition for "container" and establishes that only licensed individuals or entities may sell or distribute these beverages, which must be manufactured by a Class 2 Cannabis Manufacturer. The bill outlines strict regulations for the sale of low dose THC beverages, including age restrictions, storage requirements, and limits on the quantity sold per transaction, along with civil penalties for violations. Additionally, it reserves a percentage of cannabis retail licenses for microbusinesses and conditional licenses, while specifying the criteria for obtaining a Class 5 Cannabis Retailer license.

Moreover, the bill allows licensed cannabis retailers to operate up to two satellite locations and sell hemp-derived cannabinoid products until November 2026. It also permits the sale of beverages containing up to 100 milligrams of THC per container, provided they are resealable. The legislation establishes a Cannabis Regulatory, Enforcement Assistance, and Marketplace Modernization Fund to allocate fees and tax revenues, focusing on social equity investments and underage consumption prevention programs. The bill includes new legal language for the sale of low dose THC beverages while deleting references to intoxicating hemp beverages, and mandates compliance with regulations set by the Division of Alcoholic Beverage Control and the Cannabis Regulatory Commission. The act is set to take effect upon the expiration of a related section of law on November 13, 2026.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 24:6I-33, 24:6I-42, 24:6I-50