SB298

An Act To Amend Titles 3 And 16 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Hemp.

Introduced·5/4/26
Draft Text

Delaware SB298 amends state law to clarify hemp and hemp-derived cannabinoid product definitions and testing methods.

Delaware SB298 amends Titles 3 and 16 of the Delaware Code to clarify the definitions and testing methods for hemp and hemp-derived cannabinoid products (HDCPs). The bill specifies that hemp and HDCPs with a delta-9 tetrahydrocannabinol concentration of not more than 0.3% on a dry weight basis are not considered marijuana or controlled substances. It mandates that the determination of whether a product is hemp or marijuana must be based on the delta-9 tetrahydrocannabinol concentration and requires the use of scientifically validated testing methods.

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Executive Committee
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Committee decision

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Calendar

May 21

12:30 PM

Executive

May 14

12:30 PM

Executive

History

May 7

Senate

Re-Assigned to Executive Committee in Senate

May 4

Senate

Introduced and Assigned to Agriculture Committee in Senate