US EditionProposed NC Bill Regulates Hemp-Derived Products While Governor Announces New Cannabis Advisory Council
- On June 3, 2025, Governor Josh Stein revealed the formation of a new group composed of lawmakers, medical professionals, and law enforcement officials to oversee the regulation of THC products in North Carolina and to explore options for legalizing cannabis.
- Stein launched the council due to concerns about unregulated THC products accessible to minors and the need for stricter statewide regulations.
- The council includes lawmakers, law enforcement, health experts, and farmers, aiming to create a safe adult-use market while protecting children and addressing past convictions.
- Stein expressed that adults should have the freedom to decide for themselves regarding marijuana use and highlighted the importance of clearing minor drug offense records to prevent ongoing penalties.
- The council's work could lead to significant policy changes in North Carolina, joining nearly half of states with legalized cannabis, while balancing public health and criminal justice reform.
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North Carolina governor forms council to recommend cannabis regulations
RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — North Carolina Gov. Josh Stein says a panel he's tasked with recommending cannabis sale regulations — including potential legalization of adult use of marijuana — should aim to provide a structure in a state where products…
Gov. Stein forms advisory council to regulate cannabis products in North Carolina
RALEIGH, N.C. (QUEEN CITY NEWS) — Governor Josh Stein is willing to support marijuana legalization, as long as it will lead to better control of what can be sold in the Tar Heel state. This week, Stein announced the formation of the Advisory Council on Cannabis. That group will be tasked with determining best practices to regulate the sale of cannabis products. Stein argues that there are too many products that contain unregulated levels of THC…
Proposed NC bill regulates hemp-derived products while Governor announces new cannabis advisory council
RALEIGH, N.C. (WNCN) — Lawmakers are considering a bill that aims to regulate hemp-derived products like delta-9. It's an issue the state has grappled with for years. Chris Karazin has opened three Carolindica locations since starting his business in 2020. "The popularity has been tremendous for these products," said Karazin. He specializes in manufacturing hemp-derived products. Those products are different from marijuana as they do not conta…
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