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Committee considers tightening hemp law to include THCA after examples of potent 'hemp' products
Summary
SB 4 61 would require that total THC concentration include THCA and similar variants, closing a loophole that allows potent products to be marketed as hemp; industry, public‑health advocates, and enforcement officials generally supported the clarification but asked for federal‑aligned language and enforcement details.
Senator Don Fenton introduced SB 4 61 to clarify that the statutory definition of 'total THC concentration' for hemp includes THCA and other variants that convert to active THC when heated. Fenton said the change would close a loophole that permits high‑potency products to be marketed as hemp and sold with fewer consumer protections.
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