Source: SFGate
“Gov. Gavin Newsom’s office says the state has essentially eradicated hemp-derived THC products from alcohol sellers after it instituted an emergency ban in September. In a Thursday news release, Newsom announced that state officers have found almost 100% of businesses visited by inspectors were in compliance. Newsom issued the immediate ban on hemp-derived THC last year, saying the widespread sales pose a public health risk. Hemp-derived THC is an intoxicating compound found in cannabis plants but sold outside of the state’s regulated dispensaries, often in drinks or vape cartridges. Many stores were still selling hemp THC products after the surprising ban went into effect, according to an SFGATE investigation at the time. Store owners said they were unaware that it had become illegal to sell intoxicating hemp vape pens and drinks. That now appears to have changed, according to the release.” (05/08/25)
https://www.sfgate.com/cannabis/article/california-hemp-thc-ban-20316164.php