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NJ S4509
Bill
Status
1/12/2026
Primary Sponsor
Teresa Ruiz
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AI Summary
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Redefines "hemp" to exclude products containing synthetically manufactured cannabinoids, cannabinoids not naturally produced by Cannabis sativa L. plants, or final products exceeding 0.4 milligrams total THC per container
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Prohibits sale, offer for sale, or distribution of non-compliant hemp-derived cannabinoid products starting April 13, 2026, with violations subject to criminal penalties equivalent to marijuana offenses and civil penalties of $100-$10,000 per violation
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Creates temporary authorization until November 13, 2026 for licensed alcohol wholesalers, retailers, and cannabis licensees to sell intoxicating hemp beverages containing no more than 5mg THC per serving or 10mg per container
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Imposes a $3.75 per gallon excise tax on wholesale sales of intoxicating hemp beverages effective April 13, 2026
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Authorizes Class 5 Cannabis Retailer licensees to sell hemp-derived cannabinoid products intended for human consumption and repeals previous intoxicating hemp product regulations from P.L.2024, c.73
Legislative Description
Creates regulatory scheme, in line with federal law, on sale of certain hemp-derived cannabinoid products; repeals law concerning intoxicating hemp.
Bills and Joint Resolutions Signed by the Governor
Last Action
Approved P.L.2025, c.215.
1/12/2026