North Carolina S937 decriminalizes possession of five grams or less of marijuana, prohibits certain THC and cannabis products, raises the purchase.

North Carolina S937 enacts several reforms related to marijuana, tobacco, and vapor products. It decriminalizes possession of five grams or less of marijuana, aligning with federal standards on hemp. The bill prohibits certain THC and cannabis products, increasing penalties for manufacturing and selling marijuana. It raises the minimum age for purchasing tobacco, vapor, and consumable products to 21. Additionally, the bill increases excise taxes on vapor products and marijuana, and appropriates funds for alcohol law enforcement.

North Carolina S937 decriminalizes possession of five grams or less of marijuana, prohibits certain THC and cannabis products, raises the purchase.

North Carolina S937 enacts several reforms related to marijuana, tobacco, and vapor products. It decriminalizes possession of five grams or less of marijuana, aligning with federal standards on hemp. The bill prohibits certain THC and cannabis products, increasing penalties for manufacturing and selling marijuana. It raises the minimum age for purchasing tobacco, vapor, and consumable products to 21. Additionally, the bill increases excise taxes on vapor products and marijuana, and appropriates funds for alcohol law enforcement.