Congress Moves to Ban Hemp-Derived THC Amid Government Shutdown
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Minnesota's hemp-derived THC beverage and edible industry faces a potential shutdown due to a federal bill that would outlaw products containing more than 0.4 mg of THC within a year, sparking industry concern and opposition from other sectors like alcohol and marijuana industries. The bill, part of a broader government funding package, was approved by the Senate but faces rejection in the House, with industry stakeholders and state officials voicing concerns over regulation and economic impact.
- Shutdown bill a blow to MN hemp-derived THC industry MinnPost
- Republican disquiet over hemp ban threatens passage of bill to end shutdown The Guardian
- The bill to re-open the government would shut down these THC products Axios
- Congress Reopens the Government—and Reignites Prohibition Cato Institute
- Congress wants to ban hemp THC. Here’s what it means for Texas. Houston Chronicle
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