New Jersey 2024-2025 Regular Session

New Jersey Assembly Bill A3240

Introduced
1/9/24  

Caption

Codifies certain cannabis packaging requirements; establishes offense for minor gaining access to improperly stored cannabis products.

Impact

The implications of A3240 impact state laws surrounding cannabis regulation significantly. By enforcing tighter controls over packaging designs, the law directly addresses concerns regarding child safety and product exposure to underage individuals. Furthermore, it aligns with the legislative intent to create a safe marketplace for cannabis while protecting minors from potential harm associated with improper storage and accessibility of cannabis products. This will encourage responsible handling and storage practices within households, particularly those where minors are present.

Summary

Assembly Bill 3240 (A3240) seeks to strengthen the regulations concerning cannabis products in New Jersey by codifying packaging requirements and establishing offenses related to minors gaining access to cannabis items. This bill modifies existing laws and sets forth specific guidelines to prevent packaging that may appeal to children, ensuring that all cannabis items are packaged in a manner that deters access by minors. The bill defines a minor as someone under the age of 16 and creates a disorderly persons offense if a minor gains access to a cannabis product under a person's control, with penalties akin to those established for providing alcohol to minors.

Contention

While the bill aims to enhance safety regulations, there remains some contention regarding the balance between market access for cannabis establishments and protective measures for minors. Critics argue that overly stringent packaging regulations may hinder cannabis businesses and inadvertently push consumers toward unregulated markets. Proponents emphasize the necessity of protecting public health and safety, particularly focusing on maintaining strict guidelines to ensure cannabis products do not become appealing or accessible to younger populations.

Companion Bills

NJ A5210

Carry Over Codifies certain cannabis packaging requirements; establishes offense for minor gaining access to improperly stored cannabis products.

Previously Filed As

NJ A5210

Codifies certain cannabis packaging requirements; establishes offense for minor gaining access to improperly stored cannabis products.

NJ A2879

Establishes THC potency limits for cannabis products.

NJ A5178

Establishes THC potency limits for cannabis products.

NJ S3438

Establishes THC potency limits for cannabis products.

NJ A4151

Revises certain restrictions on cannabis establishments' owners; expands scope of review of cannabis establishment license applications and related materials.

NJ S2766

Revises certain restrictions on cannabis establishments' owners; expands scope of review of cannabis establishment license applications and related materials.

NJ A1684

Directs Cannabis Regulatory Commission to adopt regulations concerning labeling, marketing, and sale of cannabidiol and products containing cannabidiol; prohibits sale of cannabidiol to minors.

NJ A2436

Directs Cannabis Regulatory Commission to adopt regulations concerning labeling, marketing, and sale of cannabidiol and products containing cannabidiol; prohibits sale of cannabidiol to minors.

NJ S3960

Makes certain changes related to application and licensing for sale of cannabis, Cannabis Regulatory Commission activity, municipal ordinances, and alternative treatment centers.

NJ S4074

Makes certain changes related to application and licensing for sale of cannabis, Cannabis Regulatory Commission activity, municipal ordinances, and alternative treatment centers.

Similar Bills

NJ A5210

Codifies certain cannabis packaging requirements; establishes offense for minor gaining access to improperly stored cannabis products.

NJ A5178

Establishes THC potency limits for cannabis products.

NJ A2879

Establishes THC potency limits for cannabis products.

NJ S3438

Establishes THC potency limits for cannabis products.

NJ S3960

Makes certain changes related to application and licensing for sale of cannabis, Cannabis Regulatory Commission activity, municipal ordinances, and alternative treatment centers.

NJ A5765

Makes certain changes related to application and licensing for sale of cannabis, Cannabis Regulatory Commission activity, municipal ordinances, and alternative treatment centers.

NJ S4074

Makes certain changes related to application and licensing for sale of cannabis, Cannabis Regulatory Commission activity, municipal ordinances, and alternative treatment centers.

NJ A5274

Makes certain changes related to application and licensing for sale of cannabis, Cannabis Regulatory Commission activity, municipal ordinances, and alternative treatment centers.