NJ A6295

Redefines "hemp" to align with federal law (Section 781 of Pub.L.119-37), limiting hemp to Cannabis sativa L. with no more than 0.3% THC concentration and excluding synthetically manufactured cannabinoids, products exceeding 0.4mg total THC per container, and intermediate products sold directly to consumers

Prohibits sale of non-compliant hemp products starting April 13, 2026, with violations subject to the same criminal penalties as marijuana under N.J.S.2C:35-5, plus civil penalties ranging from $100 for first violations to $10,000 for third and subsequent violations

Permits licensed alcohol wholesalers and retailers to sell "intoxicating hemp beverages" (pre-existing hemp beverages manufactured before November 2026) until November 13, 2026, with THC limits of 5mg per serving and 10mg per container effective April 13, 2026

Authorizes Cannabis Regulatory Commission Class 5 retailers to sell hemp-derived cannabinoid products intended for human consumption and imposes a $3.75 per gallon excise tax on wholesale sales of intoxicating hemp beverages

Prohibits sale of any THC-containing products to persons under 21 years of age and bans online retail sales and vending machine distribution of intoxicating hemp beverages and hemp-derived cannabinoid products