HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - The Hawaii Department of Health is launching an outreach and education initiative ahead of the 2026 hemp retail registration requirement.

To protect public health, ensure consumer transparency, and maintain the integrity of the local hemp marketplace, the DOH Office of Medical Cannabis Control and Regulation (OMCCR) is launching the initiative to encourage voluntary compliance among hemp retailers and distributors, including online and out-of-state businesses.

Act 269, which was signed into law on July 2, creates a state registry for retailers and distributors of manufactured hemp products (MHP).

Act 269 requires all hemp businesses selling MHP in Hawaii, including online sellers, to register with the OMCCR. The registration requirement takes effect on Jan.

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