2023 Year-In-Review

In a year full of unpredictable challenges arising from the chaos in Congress, the U.S. Hemp Roundtable and a united hemp industry made remarkable strides toward our legislative priorities. Thanks to the advocacy efforts and support of our dedicated members and Hemp Supporters across the country, we saw significant progress on Capitol Hill and in State legislatures. 

On the federal front, the Roundtable spearheaded a historic initiative, rallying the industry behind seven legislative priorities and proposals for the impending Farm Bill. Additionally, our collaboration with Rep. James Comer, Chairman of the House Oversight Committee, resulted in the first-ever Congressional hearing on the FDA’s inaction regarding CBD regulations. 

At the state level, we actively engaged in supporting or opposing legislation and regulations related to the retail sales of adult cannabinoid products, such as delta-8 THC. These efforts helped block outright bans on adult products, promoting sound regulation instead, and addressed issues like overly restrictive THC limits and age requirements, which inadvertently restricted access to non-intoxicating full and broad-spectrum cannabinoid products.

For a comprehensive look at our work throughout the year, here’s our 2023 year-in-review.

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Check out our latest industry updates

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  Updates in Seven States: Alabama, California, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, and Texas
  A quick breakdown: Use our State Action Center to contact lawmakers and protect the future of hemp in your state. Take Action Now A big thank you to all hemp supporters …
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  Updates in Seven States: Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Montana, Oklahoma, Rhode Island, and Texas
  A quick breakdown: Use our State Action Center to contact lawmakers and protect the future of hemp in your state. Take Action Now A big thank you to all hemp supporters …
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  Bill Updates in Three States: California, Florida, and Rhode Island
  Use our State Action Center to contact lawmakers and protect the future of hemp in your state. Take Action Now A big thank you to all hemp supporters for taking action …
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  Bill Updates in Nine States: Alabama, Arkansas, Arizona, California, Connecticut, Florida, Nevada, Tennessee, and Texas
  Alabama: HB 445, which limits hemp beverages to 5mg THC per serving and restricts sales to liquor stores, is being fast-tracked for a Senate floor vote ahead of the May 7 …
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  Hemp Bill Updates in Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Mississippi, Missouri, New York, and Texas
  Victory in Arizona, Georgia, Mississippi, and Missouri! Efforts to restrict hemp products—including bans on beverages and e-commerce—failed to pass in all four states. Special thanks to Missouri lawmakers who stood …
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  Recap of U.S. Hemp Roundtable General Counsel, Jonathan Miller, Testifying Before House Oversight Committee
  On Wednesday, April 9th, Jonathan Miller, General Counsel for the U.S. Hemp Roundtable, testified before the House Oversight Committee during a hearing titled “Restoring Trust in FDA: Rooting Out Illicit Products.” Throughout …