The General Law Committee in Connecticut has made a significant decision: in 2025, it will not lift the THC potency cap for adult-use cannabis. This choice may appear to be a minor regulatory measure, but it carries far-reaching consequences for consumers, medical patients, businesses, and the state’s tax revenue.
Several key issues arise from this decision. First, the cap limits consumer choice by keeping adult-use cannabis restricted to lower-potency products. As a result, many consumers are left without the options they desire.
Additionally, the market for cannabis products is set to shrink. High-potency cannabis is in high demand, but many producers may choose not to navigate Connecticut’s strict regulations. Instead, they might opt out of the market entirely, reducing availability for consumers.
Medical patients are also likely to be affected negatively. Those who depend on higher-potency cannabis for their health needs could find themselves abandoned as the current regulations fail to meet their requirements.
Overall, the continuation of the THC potency cap threatens to hinder both consumer access and the growth of the cannabis industry in Connecticut. As the market for high-potency products continues to grow elsewhere, Connecticut risks losing out on potential tax revenue and business opportunities.
The message is clear: Connecticut lawmakers need to reconsider the implications of the THC cap, as it ultimately serves to limit choices for consumers and patients alike.
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