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Ohio Governor Bans Hemp Sales Amid Legislative Debate

11/9/2025

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Ohio Governor Mike DeWine issued a 90-day executive order banning the sale of intoxicating hemp products, effective until January 12, 2024, but a judge's restraining order paused it until December 2, 2023.
The Ohio Senate proposes limiting sales to licensed marijuana dispensaries, while the House seeks to establish a licensing framework for intoxicating hemp.
Lawmakers are working on a permanent legislative solution and aim to finalize a compromise before Thanksgiving 2023.

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Ohio Governor Mike DeWine issued a 90-day executive order banning the sale of intoxicating hemp products, effective until January 12, 2024, but a judge's restraining order paused it until December 2, 2023.
The Ohio Senate proposes limiting sales to licensed marijuana dispensaries, while the House seeks to establish a licensing framework for intoxicating hemp.
Lawmakers are working on a permanent legislative solution and aim to finalize a compromise before Thanksgiving 2023.