This bill amends the Code of West Virginia to authorize the Alcohol Beverage Control Commissioner to create a legislative rule concerning the retail enforcement of specific plant-based derivatives and derivative products, such as hemp and kratom. The bill specifically references the legislative rule filed in the State Register on August 20, 2024, which is identified as 175 CSR 11. The primary aim of this legislation is to provide a framework for the regulation of these plant-based products, ensuring that the Alcohol Beverage Control Commissioner has the necessary authority to enforce rules related to their retail sale. This move reflects a growing recognition of the need to regulate emerging products in the market while ensuring public safety and compliance with state laws.

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Introduced Version: 64-7-1