A new federal spending bill includes language banning many synthetic cannabinoids, closing a loophole in the 2018 Farm Bill that enabled a booming intoxicating-hemp market. The move marks a major federal shift and will reshape hemp-THC businesses nationwide.

At the ICIA Summit, tribal leaders warned that federal hemp-THC regulations could heavily disrupt tribal cannabis markets if operators don’t adapt quickly. The message was clear: sovereignty is a strength, but proactive compliance and strategic planning are essential for long-term success.

Republican support for federal cannabis legalization has dropped from 55% to 40%, according to a new Gallup poll. The decline highlights growing political polarization around cannabis — and potential challenges for federal reform heading into 2026.

Lawmakers are clashing over hemp-derived THC restrictions as part of a federal funding bill, sparking a political standoff that could shape the future of hemp regulation. The outcome could redefine how hemp and cannabis are governed nationwide.

A major settlement between multi-state cannabis operators resolves years of litigation tied to a failed $860 million acquisition. The case highlights how the industry’s early expansion mistakes still shape today’s market — and why risk management is essential for modern cannabis operators.

Dozens of state attorneys general have urged Congress to ban or clarify intoxicating hemp-derived THC products, citing safety concerns and enforcement challenges. This coordinated push signals tightening regulations ahead — and rising compliance risks for hemp operators nationwide.

Pennsylvania lawmakers advanced a bill to create a Cannabis Control Board that would oversee both medical marijuana and hemp-derived products. The move emphasizes regulatory reform and consumer safety, not adult-use legalization — but it could set the stage for a more unified and professional cannabis framework.

Two-thirds of licensed cannabis businesses in Los Angeles owe nearly $400 million in unpaid taxes, forcing the city to consider a tax amnesty program. The shortfall exposes deeper challenges facing California’s cannabis industry — from over-taxation to compliance fatigue.

Germany’s government has approved new restrictions on online cannabis prescriptions and deliveries, aiming to curb a surge in imports after legalization. The move reflects growing regulatory oversight in global cannabis markets and signals a new phase of compliance-driven expansion.