LEGISLATIVE SERVICES AGENCY
OFFICE OF FISCAL AND MANAGEMENT ANALYSIS
200 W. Washington St., Suite 301
Indianapolis, IN 46204
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FISCAL IMPACT STATEMENT
LS 6759 NOTE PREPARED: Dec 29, 2023
BILL NUMBER: SB 175 BILL AMENDED:
SUBJECT: Packaging for Low THC Hemp Extract.
FIRST AUTHOR: Sen. Yoder BILL STATUS: As Introduced
FIRST SPONSOR:
FUNDS AFFECTED:XGENERAL IMPACT: State & Local
XDEDICATED
FEDERAL
Summary of Legislation: This bill provides that after June 30, 2024, the packaging of low THC hemp
extract may not:
(1) contain certain statements, artwork, or designs that could reasonably mislead any person to
believe that the package contains anything other than low THC hemp extract;
(2) bear the likeness or contain a cartoon-like characteristic of a real or fictional person, animal, or
fruit that appeals to children; or
(3) bear unauthorized trademarks, trade names, famous marks, or other identifying marks.
It provides that after June 30, 2024, the packaging of low THC hemp extract shall:
(1) be child proof;
(2) be tamper evident; and
(3) contain a disclosure statement.
Effective Date: July 1, 2024.
Explanation of State Expenditures:
Explanation of State Revenues: Penalty Provision: The bill’s provisions could increase violations of
packaging requirements for distribution of low THC hemp extract. It is a Class B infraction and could be
upgraded to a Class A infraction if the person has a prior unrelated judgement concerning the distribution
of low THC hemp extract.
If additional court cases occur and infraction judgments and court fees are collected, revenue to the state
SB 175 1 General Fund may increase. The maximum judgment for a Class B infraction is $1,000 and for a Class A
infraction is $10,000, which is deposited in the state General Fund. The total court fee revenue per case
would range between $85.50 and $103. The amount of court fees deposited will vary depending on whether
the case is filed in a court of record or a municipal court. The following linked document describes the fees
and distribution of the revenue: Court fees imposed in criminal, juvenile, and civil violation cases.
Explanation of Local Expenditures:
Explanation of Local Revenues: Penalty Provision: If additional court actions occur and a judgement is
entered, more revenue will be collected by certain local units. If the case is filed in a court of record, the
county will receive $33.90 and qualifying municipalities will receive a share of $2.10. If the case is filed in
a municipal court, the county receives $20, and the municipality will receive $33.50. The following linked
document describes the fees and distribution of the revenue: Court fees imposed in criminal, juvenile, and
civil violation cases.
State Agencies Affected:
Local Agencies Affected: Trial courts, local law enforcement.
Information Sources: Indiana Supreme Court, Indiana Trial Court Fee Manual.
Fiscal Analyst: Nate Bodnar, 317-234-9476.
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