CO SB297

Department of Public Health and Environment must collect data on natural medicine use, including law enforcement incidents, adverse health events, healthcare system impacts, consumer protection claims, and behavioral health impacts

Facilitators and healing centers must provide de-identified participant data to the state beginning July 1, 2026, including health outcomes, demographics, and session information

New labeling requirements prohibit natural medicine products from being attractive to individuals under 21, using colors/pictures/cartoon images, using the word "candy," or resembling trademarked food products

Governor's pardon authority expanded to include convictions for possession of natural medicine, in addition to existing authority for marijuana possession up to two ounces

Data collection provisions are contingent on receiving sufficient gifts, grants, or donations; the section repeals September 1, 2030, with a required review of funding availability before that date