This bill seeks to modify the limits on delta-9 tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) in edible cannabinoid products and lower-potency hemp edibles when intended to be consumed as beverages in the state of Minnesota. It proposes amendments to the Minnesota Statutes of 2024, specifically Sections 151.72, 342.01, and 342.46.

Key provisions of the bill include:

1. Edible Cannabinoid Product Regulations:

   • Edible cannabinoid products must not appeal to children, be modeled after children's snacks, or be made by applying hemp-derived cannabinoids to commercially available food items.
   • Packaging must be child-resistant, tamper-evident, and opaque, except for beverages.
   • Labels must indicate serving size, cannabinoid content, ingredients (including allergens), and a warning to keep the product out of reach of children.
   • Non-beverage edibles are limited to 5 mg of THC per serving and 50 mg per package, while beverages may contain up to 10 mg of THC per serving and two servings per container.
   • Only delta-8 or delta-9 THC derived from hemp is permitted, along with specific naturally occurring cannabinoids. Synthetic cannabinoids and other artificially derived cannabinoids are prohibited unless specifically authorized.

2. Lower-Potency Hemp Edibles:

   • Defines these products as containing hemp-derived cannabinoids and intended for consumption.
   • Non-beverage edibles are limited to 5 mg of delta-9 THC per serving, while beverages may contain up to 10 mg per serving.
   • Other cannabinoids such as cannabidiol (CBD) and cannabigerol (CBG) are limited to 25 mg per serving.
   • Products may contain artificially derived cannabinoids only under strict conditions, including a 20:1 ratio of delta-9 THC to other artificial cannabinoids.
   • Restrictions on total packaging limits include 50 mg of delta-9 THC, 250 mg of CBD, or 250 mg of CBG per package.

3. Retail Display and Sales Compliance:

   • Retailers must ensure compliance with cannabinoid content limits.
   • Non-beverage edibles must be displayed behind the counter or in a locked case.
   • Packaging must clearly indicate servings, and multi-serving products must be properly marked or include a measuring device.

Overall, the bill aims to regulate THC content in edible products, particularly for beverages, to ensure public safety and compliance while maintaining restrictions against child-friendly marketing and synthetic cannabinoids.