LANSING (WWJ)— Governor Whitmer signed legislation to regulate the often "intoxicating" substance Delta-8 THC marijuana derivative that is currently being sold – untested and unregulated – in convenience stores, gas stores, and tobacco/smoke shops throughout the state.
These products will be covered by state law and regulated under the state’s Marijuana Regulatory Agency (MRA) starting October 11. They are currently available for sale to people of all ages by business that cannot currently sell licensed adult-use or medical marijuana products.
The package of seven bills also updates definitions of products derived from the cannabis plant so all intoxicating substances will be safety-tested through the MRA statewide monitoring system and tracked through the state’s seed-to-sale tracking system.
“This package of bills continues to show Michigan is the model for the nation in regard to protecting its residents and making sure that those who consume marijuana products do so in a safe manner,” Gov. Gretchen Whitmer said in a press release. “I am glad to see Michigan continuing to lead on the implementation and regulation of a safe, secure marijuana industry, which has already brought tens of millions of dollars in new tax revenue to the state, as well as thousands of well-paying jobs.”
The package of bills includes one that allows telemedicine for Michigan residents participating in the Michigan Medical Marijuana Program, and six others that modify various definitions related to “marijuana”—including “industrial hemp,” and “THC.”
Delta-8 THC is comprised of a substance found in hemp (that doesn’t make a person high), but its chemical compounds are tweaked to make it closer to its cousin marijuana, according to Good Housekeeping. Its side effects are similar to “regular THC” and can include dry mouth, red eyes, short term memory loss, paranoia and anxiety.
More information on Delta-8 THC here.
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