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NC S535

Bill

Status

Introduced

3/25/2025

Primary Sponsor

Timothy Moffitt

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Origin

Senate

2025-2026 Session

AI Summary

  • Hemp-derived beverages would be classified as "malt beverages" under North Carolina's ABC law, subjecting them to the same regulations as beer and ale
  • Manufacturing, selling, transporting, or possessing hemp-derived beverages without proper authorization would be a Class 1 misdemeanor
  • Hemp-derived cannabinoids covered include delta 8 THC, delta 9 THC, delta 10 THC, CBD, CBN, CBG, and synthetic cannabinoids derived from hemp
  • The ABC Commission would have authority to set standards, adopt rules, and test hemp-derived beverages to ensure they are free from harmful substances and fit for human consumption
  • Effective date is July 1, 2025

Legislative Description

Regulate Hemp-Derived Beverages

Public

Last Action

Ref To Com On Rules and Operations of the Senate

3/26/2025

Committee Referrals

Rules and Operations of the Senate3/26/2025

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