Missouri

Governor Mike Kehoe signed HB 2641 into law. As we recently reported, the legislation reclassifies hemp-derived cannabinoid products as marijuana and limits manufacturing, distribution, and sales to Missouri’s existing marijuana license holders.

The law also includes a 0.4mg total THC per container limit, which will effectively eliminate most products currently sold in compliance with federal law. This new law is expected to significantly disrupt Missouri’s hemp market, forcing many existing businesses out of the industry while reducing consumer access to lawful products.

USHR remains deeply concerned that Missouri chose market consolidation over reasonable regulation and will continue monitoring for improvements in the state.