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MA H168
Bill
Status
2/27/2025
Primary Sponsor
Dawne Shand
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AI Summary
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Requires sellers of hemp-derived cannabinoid products or THCA to obtain an "intoxicating hemp endorsement" from the Cannabis Control Commission before selling or transferring these products
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Defines regulated hemp-derived cannabinoid products as those containing more than 0.5 mg of THC per serving or 2.5 mg per multi-serving package
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Mandates all THC, CBD, hemp, and hemp-derived cannabinoids be tested by a commission-licensed independent laboratory before any sale or transfer in Massachusetts
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Establishes penalties for violations including up to 1 year imprisonment, fines up to $25,000 per day, or both
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Preserves existing hemp cultivation and production under Chapter 128 and interstate transportation of hemp products in compliance with federal law
Legislative Description
Requiring the Cannabis Control Commission to regulate intoxicating hemp products
Last Action
Accompanied a new draft, see H4160
5/29/2025