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House committee holds hearing on restricting delta-8 and other hemp-derived intoxicants
Summary
Lawmakers held a hearing on HB265, a substitute that would address delta-8 and similar cannabinoids derived from hemp. Supporters cited public-health concerns and the 2018 Farm Bill's 0.3% delta-9 threshold; the Department of Agriculture urged a comprehensive review before carving out specific cannabinoids.
The House Agriculture & Consumer Affairs Committee held a hearing on HB265 (substitute LC505550512S), legislation that would restrict the sale of delta-8 and other synthetically derived intoxicants made from hemp.
Representative Sainz, the bill's sponsor, told the committee the 2018 Farm Bill defined hemp as cannabis with less than 0.3% delta-9 THC and did not expressly address delta-8 and other cannabinoids. "This bill aims to eliminate delta-8 in hemp products within the state of Georgia," he said, describing concerns about synthetically amplified intoxicants produced from hemp-derived CBD.
Speakers in favor of restrictions included Michael Mumper of Georgians for Responsible Marijuana…
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