Oregon Senator Says She Will Introduce Bill in January to Cap THC in Marijuana Edibles, Expand Warning Labels
- Oregon State Senator Lisa Reynolds is planning to reintroduce legislation to tighten marijuana regulations, including capping THC in individual edibles at 10 milligrams and expanding warning requirements.
- The proposals also aim to strengthen school-based prevention education and increase warnings about potential mental health risks linked to marijuana use.
- Reynolds’ earlier bill passed the Oregon Senate but stalled in the House due to opposition from marijuana industry groups; she plans to reattempt the measure in the 2027 legislative session with lobbyist support.
- Concerns driving the legislation include data showing about 13,000 Oregon youth aged 12-18 use marijuana and over 800 marijuana-related calls to the Oregon Poison Center since 2025, with many involving very young children.
Oregon State Senator Lisa Reynolds (D) is preparing another push to tighten marijuana regulations, including limits on THC in individual edibles and expanded warning requirements.
Reynolds, a Portland-based pediatrician, discussed the proposals Wednesday during a virtual meeting focused on preventing youth marijuana use. Her plans include capping individual edible products at 10 milligrams of THC, strengthening prevention education in schools and requiring additional warnings about potential mental health risks.
Reynolds pursued similar legislation earlier this year. The proposal passed the Oregon Senate but stalled in the House following opposition from marijuana industry groups. She said she intends to bring the measure back with assistance from a lobbyist when lawmakers reconvene for their next regular session in January 2027. Oregon’s 2026 legislative session adjourned in March.
During Wednesday’s meeting, Multnomah County epidemiologist Dr. Julia Dilley said an estimated 13,000 Oregon residents ages 12 to 18 use marijuana. She also said the Oregon Poison Center has received more than 800 marijuana-related calls since 2025, with about one-third involving children younger than 5.
Oregon currently does not cap THC at 10 milligrams per edible serving, unlike neighboring Washington and California.
Reynolds said the proposed restrictions are intended to reduce youth exposure and better inform consumers about potential risks associated with marijuana use.