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The Hemp Loophole Is Closing, But We Still Need to Fix What It Broke (Opinion)

Congress is finally moving to regulate hemp-derived THC. Licensed cannabis operators have been waiting years for this moment. Now we need to make sure it actually sticks.

June 9, 2026

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3 US House Republicans Attempt to Thwart Intoxicating Hemp Product Ban

The GOP lawmakers filed three proposed amendments to a federal appropriations bill to modify, delay or stop the ban’s forthcoming implementation.

May 29, 2026

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ATACH Releases Comprehensive Report on Future of Hemp

As the federal government redefines hemp, the new report maps the transition underway and identifies emerging market categories for CBD products and THC beverages.

April 20, 2026

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Whitney Economics Identifies Flaws in USDA Methodology in Calculating Hemp Cultivation Sector’s Value to US Agriculture

The data actually shows hemp farmers are benefiting more in terms of percentage of retail revenues than corn or soy farmers.

August 29, 2025

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US Lawmakers Advance Bill to Ban Hemp Products With THC

The Senate Appropriations Committee approved legislation to redefine hemp in an attempt to close a ‘loophole’ from the 2018 Farm Bill.

July 11, 2025

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Reshaping Access to THC Products: Behind Edible Brands’ Move to Bunk With Hemp

Thomas Winstanley, Executive VP for Edibles.com, explains how the company plans to increase consumer confidence in hemp-derived THC products.

May 2, 2025

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Florida House Advances Bills to Regulate, Tax Hemp THC Products

Budget Committee members voted favorably to impose a 15% excise tax and limit where and how consumable hemp products can be sold.

April 17, 2025

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What the Hemp Industry is Fighting For This 4/20

Texas-based Hometown Hero highlights eight priorities to protect hemp’s future.

April 17, 2025

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Federal Court Rules Virginia’s Total THC Hemp Regulations Supersede 2018 Farm Bill

The Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals concluded that federal law does not preempt the state’s regulations, including a milligram cap on hemp products.

January 9, 2025

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Ohio Report Provides Considerations for Regulating Intoxicating Hemp Products

The Ohio State University report includes steps policymakers can take to balance concerns and priorities in regulating products like delta-8 THC edibles.

November 13, 2024

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Republican Senator Introduces Bill to Redefine Hemp to 1% THC

Kentucky U.S. Sen. Rand Paul’s HEMP Act would require testing of hemp-derived products and also aims to protect hemp shipments from seizure.

September 27, 2024

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US Senator Proposes to Federally Regulate Hemp Products, Not Prohibit

Sen. Ron Wyden introduced the Cannabinoid Safety and Regulation Act to ‘clean up’ the hemp market and keep products out of kids’ hands.

September 26, 2024