NEWS & POLICY REPORTS

The week in hemp policy, on the record.

Weekly policy reports from AHAA's federal affairs team — every bill, committee vote, and state threat that moves, tracked and explained in plain language.

How Hemp Prohibition Fuels the Black Market
How Hemp Prohibition Fuels the Black Market
Sep 14, 2025
For centuries, hemp has been an American agricultural staple, valued for its fiber, food, and wellness benefits. Yet because of outdated ...
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Hemp's Hidden Enemy: How the 2026 Farm Bill Threatens Legal Cannabis
Hemp's Hidden Enemy: How the 2026 Farm Bill Threatens Legal Cannabis
Jul 31, 2025
The hemp industry faces an existential threat hidden within the FY2026 Agriculture Appropriations Bill. Proposed changes would redefine h...
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How Hemp-Derived Products Changed Lives: Real Stories
How Hemp-Derived Products Changed Lives: Real Stories
Jul 28, 2025
Behind every hemp policy debate are real people whose lives have been transformed by these natural products. Read five compelling stories...
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The 2026 Farm Bill: A Backdoor Ban That Could Kill Hemp Forever
The 2026 Farm Bill: A Backdoor Ban That Could Kill Hemp Forever
Jul 24, 2025
The hemp industry faces its greatest existential threat since prohibition. Hidden within the FY2026 Agriculture Appropriations Bill lies ...
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Why Join AHAA? The Power of Membership in Protecting Access to Hemp-Derived Products
Why Join AHAA? The Power of Membership in Protecting Access to Hemp-Derived Products
Jul 21, 2025
Hemp-derived products have transformed millions of lives, but access isn't guaranteed. Discover how AHAA membership protects your freedom...
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SB 265: A Smarter Path Forward for North Carolina Hemp Regulation
SB 265: A Smarter Path Forward for North Carolina Hemp Regulation
Jul 15, 2025
While HB 328 threatens to ban much of the hemp industry, SB 265 offers a balanced, safety-first approach to protect consumers, farmers, a...
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HB 328: A Wolf in Sheep’s Clothing – Why Hidden Provisions Threaten NC’s Hemp Industry
HB 328: A Wolf in Sheep’s Clothing – Why Hidden Provisions Threaten NC’s Hemp Industry
Jul 10, 2025
HB 328 may appear to protect youth, but hidden clauses threaten the very survival of North Carolina's hemp economy. From felony penalties...
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How Texas’ SB 3 and HB 28 Could Reshape the Hemp Industry
How Texas’ SB 3 and HB 28 Could Reshape the Hemp Industry
Apr 9, 2025
Texas lawmakers are proposing two bills—SB 3 and HB 28—that could severely limit the hemp industry. From banning most cannabinoids to cri...
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Key Updates on Hemp Legislation Across Alabama, California, Connecticut, and Texas 
Key Updates on Hemp Legislation Across Alabama, California, Connecticut, and Texas 
Mar 26, 2025
Hemp laws are shifting fast across the U.S. This blog breaks down major legislative developments in Alabama, California, Connecticut, and...
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