Category: Hemp Derived

Jan 22
Bipartisan Senators Push to Delay Federal Hemp THC Ban for 2 Years

A bipartisan group of U.S. senators has introduced legislation that would postpone a looming federal ban on hemp THC products, providing crucial breathing room for an industry facing regulatory uncertainty. The Legislative Effort Sens. Amy Klobuchar (D-MN), Rand Paul (R-KY), and Jeff Merkley (D-OR) have filed a bill that would delay the enactment of a […]

Dec 08
Medicare CBD Coverage Proposal Collides with Federal Hemp Ban

The cannabis industry faces another regulatory paradox. The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has proposed allowing Medicare Advantage plans to cover hemp-derived CBD products starting in 2027, potentially opening insurance reimbursement for millions of seniors. Yet this potential coverage window arrives just as a separate federal law threatens to make many of those same […]

Nov 16
How the Federal Hemp THC Ban Is Shaking Up the Industry

Hemp-derived THC products like delta-8 and infused seltzers have become wellness staples, but a federal ban may soon change that. This post breaks down what the legislation targets, how it could affect cannabis businesses and consumers, and what comes next for hemp’s legal future.