Relating to the regulation of consumable hemp products and providing for the transfer of regulatory functions; requiring a registration; imposing fees; creating criminal offenses; providing an administrative penalty.
Impact
The bill seeks to protect public health, particularly for minors, by imposing strict restrictions on the sale of consumable hemp products to individuals under the age of 21. It introduces stringent standards for product labeling, testing, and manufacturing practices, requiring compliance with specific state regulations. Additionally, it aims to curb misleading marketing practices that could deceive consumers about the nature of the products being sold.
Summary
House Bill 28 introduces regulations regarding the manufacturing and sale of consumable hemp products in Texas. The legislation defines consumable hemp products and establishes an updated licensing framework that includes registration requirements for retailers. It aims to improve the regulation of these products, ensuring safety and compliance while addressing the legal landscape of hemp-derived cannabinoids. The bill’s framework also sets forth initial and renewal licensing fees for businesses involved in processing and selling hemp products.
Contention
While supporters of HB 28 argue that it will enhance regulatory oversight and public safety, particularly concerning the health impacts of hemp products, some opponents raise concerns about excessive regulation potentially stifling local businesses. The introduction of significant fees for licenses may also face pushback from smaller retailers, who argue that these costs could hinder their ability to operate competitively. Moreover, the stipulations about packaging and labeling might be seen as overly burdensome, particularly for emerging businesses trying to navigate a complex regulatory environment.
Relating to the regulation of certain products derived from hemp, including consumable hemp products and the hemp-derived cannabinoids contained in those products; requiring occupational licenses and registrations; imposing fees; creating criminal offenses; authorizing an administrative penalty.
Relating to the regulation of certain products derived from hemp, including consumable hemp products and the hemp-derived cannabinoids contained in those products; requiring occupational licenses and registrations; imposing fees; creating criminal offenses; authorizing an administrative penalty.
Relating to the creation of the consumable hemp products account in the general revenue fund and imposing fees for licensing manufacturers of consumable hemp products and registering certain retailers of consumable hemp products.
Relating to the regulation of products derived from hemp, including consumable hemp products and hemp beverages and the hemp-derived cannabinoids contained in those products; requiring occupational licenses and permits; imposing fees; creating criminal offenses; authorizing civil penalties; imposing taxes.
Relating to the regulation of hemp and nonconsumable hemp products; increasing a criminal penalty; increasing a civil penalty and providing other penalties; requiring an occupational license; imposing and authorizing certain fees.
Relating to the production and regulation of hemp; providing an administrative penalty; requiring a permit to conduct certain research involving hemp; authorizing a fee; creating a criminal offense.
Relating to the licensing and regulation of inpatient rehabilitation facilities; imposing fees; providing civil and administrative penalties; creating criminal offenses.