California Targets Toxic Hemp Products with New Regulations – More Details in the Comments Below!

California is set to impose strict new regulations on hemp products, aiming to eliminate any detectable THC from consumables to protect children from potential harm. Proposed by Gov. Gavin Newsom, these rules are among the most stringent in the nation and include raising the minimum purchasing age for hemp products to 21.

Newsom’s move addresses the hemp industry’s lack of oversight, which contrasts sharply with the tightly regulated cannabis market. The surge in unregulated hemp products, a consequence of the 2018 Farm Bill, has led to a proliferation of items with unknown and potentially harmful ingredients.

Experts, including Dr. Peter Grinspoon, have criticized the current state of hemp regulation, noting the absence of federal oversight and the spread of unsafe products. The new regulations aim to curb these issues, although they face backlash from the hemp industry.

Supporters of the regulations argue they are necessary for consumer safety, while critics, including the U.S. Hemp Roundtable, claim the measures are overly broad and could harm the industry. The debate continues as stakeholders call for a more balanced approach to regulation.

For an in-depth analysis of the proposed regulations and their potential impact, see the comments below!