A new bipartisan measure introduced today in the Minnesota House of Representatives would authorize liquor wholesalers to purchase and sell lower-potency hemp edibles.
Hemp gummies.
House File 1735, sponsored by Representatives Zack Stephenson (D) and Nolan West (R), was referred to the Commerce Finance and Policy Committee for consideration.
The bill would allow licensed liquor wholesalers in Minnesota to distribute lower-potency hemp edibles, a category of cannabis-infused products containing limited amounts of THC. Under the proposal, wholesalers must register with state regulators by April 1, 2025, to engage in these transactions. Registered wholesalers would be permitted to purchase these products from cannabis microbusinesses, mezzobusinesses, cultivators, manufacturers, and lower-potency hemp edible producers. They could then sell them to licensed retailers, cannabis businesses with retail endorsements, and medical cannabis combination businesses.
The legislation also outlines requirements for wholesalers, including maintaining accurate records, complying with zoning and safety regulations, and ensuring proper labeling. Additionally, it establishes guidelines for transportation, stating that lower-potency hemp edibles must be stored in tamper-evident containers and transported with a detailed shipping manifest. The bill also provides a framework for the importation of hemp-derived products from out-of-state manufacturers, as long as those manufacturers meet Minnesota’s regulatory standards.
For the full text of HF 1735, click here.
