Massachusetts S222 regulates hemp-derived beverages, setting standards for manufacturing, distribution, and sales, and imposes a tax.

Massachusetts S222 establishes regulations for hemp-derived beverages, similar to alcoholic beverages. It mandates that manufacturers, wholesalers, and retailers obtain endorsements from the Alcoholic Beverages Control Commission. The bill sets standards for product composition, labeling, and packaging, including age restrictions and health warnings. It also imposes a tax on infused beverages and allocates tax revenues for public education and enforcement efforts. The commission is tasked with creating regulations to implement these provisions within 180 days of the act's effective date.

Massachusetts S222 regulates hemp-derived beverages, setting standards for manufacturing, distribution, and sales, and imposes a tax.

Massachusetts S222 establishes regulations for hemp-derived beverages, similar to alcoholic beverages. It mandates that manufacturers, wholesalers, and retailers obtain endorsements from the Alcoholic Beverages Control Commission. The bill sets standards for product composition, labeling, and packaging, including age restrictions and health warnings. It also imposes a tax on infused beverages and allocates tax revenues for public education and enforcement efforts. The commission is tasked with creating regulations to implement these provisions within 180 days of the act's effective date.