A trio of Minnesota lawmakers have filed a bill that would introduce new restrictions on THC potency in cannabis and hemp-derived products.
Senate Bill 2174, introduced today by State Senator Carla Nelson (R) with cosponsors Senators Warren Limmer (R) and Jim Abeler (R), has been referred to the Senate Commerce and Consumer Protection Committee for review.
The bill mandates the Office of Cannabis Management to enforce strict THC limits across multiple product categories. If passed, adult-use cannabis concentrates could not exceed 30% THC, while cannabis flower would be capped at 10% THC.
Under the proposed law, topical and transdermal products would be limited to 500 milligrams of THC per package, and hemp-derived edibles could not surpass 0.3% THC potency. Additionally, SB 2174 prohibits the approval of cannabis flower or prerolls infused with extra THC or other psychoactive cannabinoids.
The proposed legislation also aims to restrict cannabis products that resemble candy, ice cream, or other items that could appeal to children.
The Commerce and Consumer Protection Committee will now review the bill, determining whether it advances through the legislative process.
