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federal hemp ban

Coverage of federal hemp ban in the Nexus archive.

Earliest in view: Jun 15 · 10:00 UTCMost recent: Aug 3 · 23:34 UTC
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U.S. Senateorganization1Minnesotaplace1Tina Smithperson1Amy Klobucharperson1Angie Craigperson1MC Nutraceuticalsorganization1hemp-based THC drinkstopic1JB Pritzkerperson1Illinoisplace1hemp industrytopic1cannabis industrytopic1delta-8 tetrahydrocannabinoltopic1Sen. Kimberly Lightfordperson1Illinois legislatureorganization1
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  • POLITICSAug 3 · 23:34 UTCMINNPOST MINNEAPOLIS
    U.S. Senate throws Minnesota’s hemp-based THC drinks and gummies industry a lifeline

    The U.S. Senate passed a bill delaying a federal ban on hemp-derived THC products in Minnesota, providing a month-long reprieve for the state's industry. The delay allows time for legislative efforts to regulate rather than eliminate these products, with Minnesota lawmakers advocating for continued state-level oversight.

  • BUSINESSJun 15 · 10:00 UTCCHICAGO SUN-TIMES
    Gov. JB Pritzker signs hemp regulations into law, settling Illinois' lengthy delta-8 debate for now

    Illinois Governor JB Pritzker signed hemp regulations into law to regulate delta-8 and other hemp-derived products similarly to recreational marijuana, aligning with a federal ban on hemp edibles and vapes set for November. The law aims to protect consumers and transition hemp industry entrepreneurs into the licensed cannabis sector, but opponents warn it will harm minority-owned businesses and jobs.