Democratic senators have introduced a new bill to create a federal regulatory framework for hemp-derived cannabinoids and allow states to set their own rules for products such as CBD.
The legislation, shared exclusively with Marijuana Moment ahead of its introduction on Wednesday, is being sponsored by Sens. Ron Wyden (D-OR) and Jeff Merkley (D-OR). It comes at a critical time for the industry, which is facing significant upheaval after President Donald Trump signed a spending bill last month that includes provisions to widely recriminalize consumable cannabinoid products.
The senators’ proposal would set THC limits on hemp products, allowing up to 5 milligrams per serving and a maximum of 50 milligrams per package across all types other than beverages. Hemp drinks could have up to 10 milligrams of THC per package.
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) would also be empowered to ensure that certain safety standards are met in the marketplace—including making sure that products aren’t marketed to children.
“There’s no question that more needs to be done to protect kids and consumers from unsafe, untested hemp products,” Wyden told Marijuana Moment.
“We learned from the failed war on drugs that a one-size-fits all approach that bans hemp products from
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