Maine, Missouri Implement New Regulations on Hemp Products
Maine, Missouri Implement New Regulations on Hemp Products

Maine, Missouri Implement New Regulations on Hemp Products

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A working group in Maine has proposed new regulations for intoxicating hemp-derived products, recommending an age limit of 21 and capping THC in beverages at 5 milligrams per container. The lack of regulation has raised concerns about children accessing potent products, prompting health experts and producers to call for these changes to protect public health. In Missouri, legislation has advanced that allows low-dose hemp beverages to remain on store shelves while banning intoxicating hemp edibles and vapes from non-dispensary sales, raising concerns about the impact on local businesses. Lawmakers in Missouri acknowledge the need for regulation to protect children while also considering the economic ramifications for existing companies. The growing potency of hemp-derived THC products has led states to rush to establish regulations as the market evolves. Experts emphasize the need for consistent laws akin to those governing cannabis to ensure safety and accountability.

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