CA AB2249

Prohibits the sale, distribution, or manufacture of cannabis products, packaging, or labeling that are "attractive to children," with detailed definitions including cartoons, fictional characters, candy-like imagery, bubble fonts, and resemblance to products marketed to children

Requires the Department of Cannabis Control to develop and adopt by regulation a standardized rubric by July 1, 2027, for determining whether cannabis products and their packaging are attractive to children

Establishes a voluntary process for licensees to request a written determination from the department on whether proposed packaging or labeling is attractive to children, with the department required to respond within 30 calendar days

Makes department determinations binding for enforcement purposes, meaning licensees who receive approval cannot be penalized for that packaging design in subsequent enforcement actions

Authorizes the department to charge a reasonable fee for written determinations but prohibits requiring pre-approval as a condition of licensure or product sale