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Cannabinoid Safety and Regulation Act: New FDA Rules and Impaired Driving Prevention

This Act establishes a comprehensive regulatory framework for cannabinoid products under the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), including the creation of a new Center for Cannabinoid Products. Citizens will benefit from enhanced safety standards, strict labeling requirements, and a ban on sales to individuals under 21. Furthermore, the legislation allocates funds for research and programs aimed at preventing cannabis-impaired driving, directly impacting road safety.
Key points
Product Safety: The FDA will establish the Center for Cannabinoid Products to oversee manufacturing, testing, and labeling, ensuring products are not adulterated or misbranded.
Consumer Protection: Mandatory, clear labels must disclose THC content, allergens, and risks for special populations (e.g., pregnant women), alongside a prohibition on sales to individuals under 21.
Flavor Ban: Electronic cannabinoid product delivery systems (vaping) are prohibited from containing added artificial or natural flavors (except for terpenes within specified limits).
Road Safety: The Act funds research into cannabis-impaired driving and establishes grant programs for states to enhance prevention and enforcement efforts against driving under the influence of cannabis.
Registration and Penalties: Manufacturers and importers must register with the FDA and comply with good manufacturing practices, with high civil penalties imposed for violations.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_S_5243
Sponsor: Sen. Wyden, Ron [D-OR]
Process start date: 2024-09-25