House Bill 1633-FN-A is a comprehensive piece of legislation aimed at legalizing, regulating, and taxing cannabis in New Hampshire. The bill proposes the establishment of a regulatory framework under a new chapter, 318-F, which includes the definition of various cannabis-related terms, licensing procedures for cannabis establishments, and the roles and limitations of these entities. It sets possession limits for individuals 21 years or older and outlines permissible activities for licensed cannabis businesses, including cultivation, processing, and sale. The bill also addresses the enforcement of cannabis laws, the establishment of a Cannabis Advisory Board, and the protection of consumer privacy. It includes provisions for the annulment of certain cannabis-related convictions and allows for deductions from gross business profits for cannabis establishments and alternative treatment centers.

The bill further details the regulation of advertising, the operation of cannabis establishments, and the enforcement of laws related to the sale of cannabis to minors. It establishes residency requirements for license applicants, mandates informational materials and warning labels with all cannabis sales, and outlines lawful operations for licensed cannabis-related activities. Additionally, the bill includes provisions related to employment protections, the allocation of fines, and the collection of data on marijuana violations. It also amends various statutes related to the taxation and regulation of cannabis establishments and alternative treatment centers, including the appropriation of funds for the administration of the cannabis program and the establishment of a Cannabis Fund. The fiscal note attached to the bill indicates that the state's fiscal impact is indeterminable, with potential increases in revenue and expenditures from various funds. The bill requires additional positions and resources for the Liquor Commission to administer its responsibilities and considers the impact on the judicial and correctional systems.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 6:12, 179:8, 318-B:17-c, 318-C:4, 318-B:26, 318-B:2-c, 651:5-b, 77-A:4, 78-A:1, 78-A:3, 78-A:4, 78-A:6, 78-A:7, 78-A:26, 126-X:1, 126-X:7, 126-X:8, 292:7, 293-A:9, 304-C:149, 176:9, 179:59, 178:19-a, 176:1, 176:14, 318-B:1
As Amended by the House: 6:12, 179:8, 318-C:4, 318-B:26, 318-B:2-c, 651:5-b, 77-A:4, 126-X:1, 126-X:7, 126-X:8, 292:7, 293-A:9, 304-C:149, 176:9, 179:59, 178:19-a, 176:1, 176:14, 318-B:1
As Amended by the House (2nd): 6:12, 179:8, 318-C:4, 318-B:26, 318-B:2-c, 651:5-b, 77-A:4, 126-X:1, 126-X:7, 126-X:8, 292:7, 293-A:9, 304-C:149, 176:9, 179:59, 178:19-a, 176:14, 318-B:1