SB223

AN ACT relating to the regulation of cannabis-infused beverages.

Chamber Passed·3/20/26

Kentucky SB223 regulates the sale and distribution of cannabis-infused beverages, including licensing and age restrictions.

Kentucky SB223 amends state laws to regulate the sale and distribution of cannabis-infused beverages. The bill creates specific licenses for selling cannabis-infused beverages by the drink or package, including nonquota retail licenses. It also establishes age restrictions, prohibiting individuals under 21 from purchasing or consuming these beverages. The Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control is tasked with regulating the distribution and retail sale of cannabis-infused beverages, with administrative regulations to be established by July 1, 2026.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed the Senate · 25–11 · Mar 20
Current
Committee On Committees
Next
House floor vote

Sponsors

0
3
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

Senate: Third Reading RSN# 3965

25 Yea

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11 Nay

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2 Absent

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Calendar

Mar 10

9:00 AM

Senate Committee On Licensing And Occupations

History

Mar 20

Senate

3rd reading

Mar 20

Senate

floor amendment (1) withdrawn

Mar 20

Senate

passed 25-11 with Committee Substitute (1), Floor Amendment (3) and Floor Amendment (2-title)