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Status verified January 1, 2025 – No legislative changes detected.
Is CBD Legal in Rhode Island?
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Current Status
Rhode Island enacted the Hemp Growth Act in 2019, legalizing hemp cultivation and hemp-derived CBD products with ≤0.3% THC in alignment with the 2018 Farm Bill. The Rhode Island Department of Business Regulation and Department of Environmental Management oversee the hemp program. CBD products are legally available statewide.
CBD legality varies by state. View the interactive map for all 50 states, or see other legal states in the Related States section below.
What Merchants Need to Know
- Lab testing recommended for all products
- Labeling must comply with state standards
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