House committee substitute to the 1st edition removes the content of the previous edition and replaces it with the following. Makes conforming changes to the act’s titles.

Enacts new GS 14-313.1 which makes it a Class 2 misdemeanor, punishable by a fine of $500 for a first offense, $1,000 for a second offense, and $1,500 for subsequent offenses, for any person: (1) to knowingly sell or deliver a hemp-derived consumable product or kratom product (each as defined) to a person under age 21 (requires the seller to demand proof of age if they have reasonable grounds to believe that the purchaser is under 21), or (2) who is under age 21 to possess a hemp-derived consumable product or kratom product. Specifies that this does not authorize the sale, delivery, or possession of any hemp, hemp product, or hemp-derived consumable product or kratom product that is not otherwise authorized by State or federal law. Defines terms as they apply to the statute. Applies to offenses committed on or after December 1, 2026.