An Act To Prohibit The Sale Of Potentially Intoxicating Hemp Products To A Person Under 21 Years Of Age

This Maine bill (LD 1920) prohibits the sale of hemp products containing intoxicating cannabinoids to anyone under 21 years old. It defines "potentially intoxicating hemp products" as those with over 0.3% of specific THC-related compounds (like delta-9 THC) or a ratio exceeding 10:1 of non-intoxicating to intoxicating cannabinoids. The law requires all such products (except topical salves) to be sold in child-resistant, tamper-evident packaging and prohibits packaging that could confuse consumers with other products. It directly affects retailers selling hemp-derived edibles (like gummies) and minors under 21, aiming to prevent accidental consumption by children. The bill takes immediate effect due to an emergency declaration about child safety risks.