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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  In Case You Missed It: Reps. Barr and Craig Introduced a Bipartisan Plan to Replace the Hemp Ban
  Last week, Representatives Andy Barr (R-KY) and Angie Craig (D-MN) introduced the bipartisan Lawful Hemp Protection Act, a major federal proposal that would replace the looming federal hemp ban with …
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  Andy Barr and Angie Craig Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Repeal Hemp Ban and Protect Hemp Products
  Today, Reps. Andy Barr (R-KY) and Angie Craig (D-MN) formally introduced the bipartisan Lawful Hemp Protection Act, comprehensive federal legislation designed to preserve lawful hemp commerce while establishing a long-awaited …
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  Big News: The White House Just Called on Congress to Fix the Hemp Ban
  We have a major update to share, and it’s a good one. Today, the White House sent Congress a special funding request, and hemp is in it. As part of …
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  State Hemp Policy Update: Delaware, Illinois, Nebraska, Nevada, Pennsylvania (Philadelphia), and Virginia
  Take Action Now: Use our State Action Center to contact lawmakers and protect the future of hemp in your state. As state lawmakers across the country are considering legislation affecting hemp-derived products. …
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  State Hemp Policy Update: Delaware, Illinois, Michigan, and Ohio.
  Take Action Now: Use our State Action Center to contact lawmakers and protect the future of hemp in your state. As state lawmakers across the country are considering legislation affecting hemp-derived products. …
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  Congressman Andy Barr (R-KY) Discusses Federal Hemp Legislation During Exclusive USHR Member & HempSupporter+ Q&A
  Last week, the U.S. Hemp Roundtable hosted an exclusive virtual Q&A discussion with Congressman Andy Barr (R-KY) for USHR members and HempSupporter+ subscribers focused on the future of federal hemp …