Nevada Cannabis Legislative Summary (July 2025)

Nevada Cannabis Legislative Summary & Tribal Competitive Advantages

Definitions & Clarifications

• Expanded terms defined: 'infused pre-roll,' 'label,' 'packaging,' 'usable cannabis'. Seeds removed from 'usable cannabis'. (SB 168 §§ 2–5; AB 76 §§ 1.5–3)

• “Synthetic cannabinoid” clarified to include biosynthetic cannabinoids (e.g., yeast, algae derived). (AB 76 § 10)

Holds on Cannabis & Products

• Board must adopt rules for hold orders on cannabis or products. (SB 168 § 6)

• Updated definitions allow production facilities to package & sell pre-rolls directly. (SB 168 §§ 8–9)

Packaging & Labeling

• Cultivation/production facilities no longer required to provide product labels — only seed-to-sale tags. (SB 168 § 10; AB 76 § 11)

• Packaging can omit certain info if included per NRS 678B.520. (SB 168 § 14)

• Ban on anthropomorphic images in packaging & advertising. (AB 76 § 40)

Transparency & Compliance

• Standardized checklists for licensing submissions required online. (SB 168 § 12)

• FAQs must be posted & updated quarterly. (SB 168 § 13)

Sale of Merchandise, Paraphernalia, Seeds

• Licensed establishments may sell branded merchandise, paraphernalia, and cannabis seeds (in- or out-of-state). Must comply with applicable law. (SB 168 § 13.5)

• Seeds must be tracked in seed-to-sale system. (NCCR 6.082; SB 168 § 13.5(3)(a))

Public Health Hazards

• Board must adopt rules for 'substantial hazards to public health.' (AB 76 §§ 29–30)

Operating Documents

• Establishments must include staff/agent training procedures in operating documents. (AB 76 § 39)

Packaging Limits (by product category)

• Standardized possession/package limits established. (SB 168 § 16; AB 76 § 48)

• Examples: Usable cannabis: 2.5 oz; Concentrates: 3,500 mg THC; Edibles: 10 mg/serving, 100 mg/package; Infused pre-rolls: 7g net weight and 1,000 mg THC.

Inventory Control

• Seed-to-sale tracking system use codified into statute. (AB 76 § 27)

• 3rd-party inventory systems must integrate via API; must safeguard PII.

Part II: Tribal Competitive Advantages

Advertising & Branding Flexibility

Nevada bans anthropomorphic images (AB 76 § 40). Tribes can allow culturally resonant branding under sovereignty.

Seed Commerce & Genetics

Nevada requires strict seed tracking (SB 168 § 13.5). Tribes can establish intertribal seed banks/exchanges.

Training & Workforce Development

Nevada mandates training procedures (AB 76 § 39). Tribes can build cannabis workforce academies — exporting expertise.

Product Innovation

Nevada imposes strict THC caps (SB 168 § 16; AB 76 § 48). Tribes can offer alternative formats/dosages (with tribal limits).

Merchandise & Tourism

Nevada permits merchandise sales with restrictions (SB 168 § 13.5). Tribes can integrate cannabis with cultural tourism & wellness services.

Regulatory Responsiveness

Nevada must hold public workshops for changes (NRS 233B). Tribes can adapt quickly to market shifts.

Cross-Border Agreements

Nevada licensees must comply with federal law for interstate sales. Tribes can explore tribal-to-tribal commerce agreements.