The bill amends the Revised Code to regulate the sale and taxation of intoxicating hemp products and drinkable cannabinoid products in Ohio. It prohibits the sale of these products outside licensed dispensaries and establishes a framework for taxation, including a ten percent tax on receipts from these products. New definitions are introduced, such as "vapor products" and "processed hemp flower," to clarify the scope of the regulations. The bill also outlines licensing requirements for hemp cultivation and processing, including background checks and compliance with specific sections of the Revised Code. It mandates that intoxicating hemp products be tested according to existing cannabis regulations and sets penalties for violations.

Additionally, the bill establishes comprehensive regulations for the sale and distribution of drinkable cannabinoid products, including age restrictions and labeling requirements. It allows individuals to possess opened containers of these products under certain conditions while prohibiting possession in public places or vehicles. The bill enhances tax compliance by detailing the assessment and collection processes, including penalties for non-compliance and the potential for legal action against violators. It also introduces new definitions related to commercial driver's licenses and strengthens the enforcement capabilities of the Department of Public Safety. Overall, the legislation aims to create a structured and safe market for hemp-derived products while ensuring proper tax collection and compliance.

Statutes affected:
As Introduced: 131.02, 715.013, 928.01, 928.03, 4506.01, 5502.01, 5502.13, 5502.14, 5703.052, 5703.053, 5703.19, 5703.263, 5703.50, 5703.70, 5703.77
As Reported By Senate Committee: 131.02, 715.013, 928.01, 928.03, 4506.01, 5502.01, 5502.13, 5502.14, 5703.052, 5703.053, 5703.19, 5703.263, 5703.50, 5703.70, 5703.77
As Passed By Senate: 131.02, 715.013, 928.01, 928.03, 4506.01, 5502.01, 5502.13, 5502.14, 5703.052, 5703.053, 5703.19, 5703.263, 5703.50, 5703.70, 5703.77