Kim Lawrence

Dear Members of the House Environment and Agriculture Committee, I’m writing regarding SB 624. I want to be clear—I understand the concern this bill is trying to address. There are real issues with how hemp-derived THC products are being marketed, labeled, and accessed, especially by younger people. That part matters, and it should be taken seriously. But the direction this bill takes feels less like informed regulation and more like a step toward banning through overly strict limits. What many of us want is not prohibition—we want information. We want clear labeling that actually reflects total THC content. We want products that are tested, transparent, and honestly represented so consumers know exactly what they’re buying. We want education around these products so people can make informed decisions, not guess based on confusing or misleading packaging. When policy leans too far into restriction without building a strong framework for education and transparency, it risks pushing things underground instead of making them safer. New Hampshire has an opportunity here to lead with smart policy—policy that informs, protects, and respects personal responsibility. That means focusing on accurate labeling, age enforcement, and public education, rather than setting limits so low that they function as a ban. If this bill is going to move forward, I strongly urge you to amend it in a way that prioritizes information, transparency, and safety over prohibition. We don’t need less access—we need better understanding. Thank you for your time and consideration, Kim Lawrence Resident of New Hampshire