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Hemp Industry Fights New Legislation Capping THC Levels

11/16/2025

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The hemp industry is mobilizing a lobbying push after legislation could ban most hemp products by clarifying the hemp definition and capping THC at 0.4 milligrams per container.
The U.S. Hemp Roundtable, an industry group, expresses disappointment but remains hopeful and seeks a regulatory framework for hemp-derived products.
Supporters of the legislation, including industry groups, say the rules distinguish intoxicating from nonintoxicating products and regulation will curb bad actors.

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Story summary

The hemp industry is mobilizing a lobbying push after legislation could ban most hemp products by clarifying the hemp definition and capping THC at 0.4 milligrams per container.
The U.S. Hemp Roundtable, an industry group, expresses disappointment but remains hopeful and seeks a regulatory framework for hemp-derived products.
Supporters of the legislation, including industry groups, say the rules distinguish intoxicating from nonintoxicating products and regulation will curb bad actors.