The California Cannabis Industry Association commends Governor Gavin Newsom's decisive action to address intoxicating hemp products in California, protecting public health and ensuring that harmful, unregulated products no longer undermine our state's rigorous cannabis laws.

These emergency regulations will create a safer, more transparent marketplace while safeguarding our youth and preserving the integrity of — and critical tax revenues from — California’s cannabis legalization framework.

To be clear, we believe there is a place for hemp-derived products in the cannabis ecosystem…once we establish parity and regulate cannabinoids based on intoxication, regardless of their source.

We remain committed to working with stakeholders across the board on smart policy solutions that prioritize public safety.