Proposed Final Rule Overview
The New Mexico Environment Department is seeking public participation and comments on the proposed amendments to 20.10.2 NMAC
The Cannabis and Hemp Bureau has, developed a draft of the proposed amendments, to New Mexico Administrative Code (NMAC) 20.10.2. The objective of the Hemp Post-harvest Processing rule is to protect public health by establishing standards and provisions for the safe operation of hemp facilities to ensure that consumers are not exposed to adverse environmental health conditions.
Members of the public are encouraged to review the proposed amendments, attend public meetings, and provide comments.
To learn more about attending one of our public meetings that will be held in October 2025 click here.
Rule Amendment Summary
- Rule amendment applies to extraction, manufacturing, warehouse, and retail facilities operating in NM.
- Makes Emergency Rule, which was effective August 1, 2025, permanent.
- Limits Total THC in hemp finished products.
- Implements pesticide use and testing requirements.
- New warning statements on labels.
- Provides allowances for warning statements on labels.
- Allows the use of QR codes on labels.
- Requires retail producers, such as restaurants and bakeries, meet same requirements of wholesale producers.
- Institutes food handler card requirement.
Resources
- Proposed rule amendments – with markup showing changes
- Proposed rule amendments – clean version
- Public Notice
- Slide deck from public meetings held October 7 & 8. (NEW October 8th)
Submit Comments
Online via SmartComments or email
Mail to: Luis Lopez, Hearing Clerk, P.O. Box 5469, Santa Fe, NM 87502