The proposed bill, H. 3924, seeks to establish regulations for the sale of hemp-derived consumables in South Carolina by adding Chapter 56 to Title 46 of the South Carolina Code of Laws. It defines "hemp-derived consumable" as a finished product intended for human ingestion that is made from naturally occurring cannabinoids in the hemp plant, explicitly prohibiting the inclusion of chemically-derived cannabinoids. The bill sets strict limits on the amount of delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) allowed per serving and restricts the marketing of these products to minors by prohibiting shapes or symbols appealing to individuals under twenty-one. Additionally, it mandates that sellers must hold a valid off-premises beer and wine permit and outlines penalties for violations, including fines and imprisonment.

The legislation also includes provisions to prevent the sale of hemp-derived consumables to individuals under twenty-one, with specific penalties for both sellers and underage purchasers. It requires retail establishments to post warnings about the legal consequences of underage possession and consumption. Furthermore, the bill prohibits the establishment of retail locations selling hemp-derived consumables within one thousand feet of schools or churches and clarifies that no consumables containing THC are authorized under this chapter. The act will take effect upon the Governor's approval.