US EditionBill restricting hemp sales in Alabama signed by governor
- Alabama Governor Kay Ivey signed a bill on Wednesday regulating the sale of hemp-derived THC gummies, drinks, and other consumables within the state.
- The bill addresses the surge in popularity of products made from hemp, such as delta-8 THC, by setting limits on sales and placing restrictions on their distribution, despite opposition from retailers and conservative factions.
- HB445 sets a 10mg THC per serving limit, bans smokable hemp products, requires retailer licensing by the Alabama Alcoholic Beverage Control Board, and restricts sales to customers aged 21 or older.
- Bill sponsor Representative Andy Whitt said the law adds “guardrails” to protect children’s health, while critics argue it will harm small businesses and legalize recreational marijuana under a guise.
- If enacted, the law will regulate hemp-derived THC products statewide, affecting business operations and consumer access while Alabama’s medical marijuana program remains stalled in court due to licensing disputes.
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Gov. Ivey signs major hemp, CBD restrictions into law despite calls for veto
Gov. Kay Ivey on Wednesday signed into law House Bill 445 creating major restrictions on the hemp and CBD industry despite calls for a veto by industry experts and some anti-cannabis advocates. It would have been an unprecedented move from the governor, who would have been vetoing her own party despite never criticizing the bill during its time in the Legislature. Under state law, Ivey could have chosen to sign the bill, veto it, send it back to…
Gov. Kay Ivey signs controversial Alabama hemp regulation into law
Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey speaks at a press conference urging passage of a package of law enforcement bills on Feb. 12, 2025 at the Alabama State Capitol in Montgomery, Alabama. Ivey Wednesday signed a bill sponsored by Rep. Andy Whitt, R-Harvest that would regulate the sale of hemp products in Alabama. (Brian Lyman/Alabama Reflector)Gov. Kay Ivey Wednesday signed a controversial bill aimed at regulating consumable hemp products into law. HB 445, sp…
Bill restricting hemp sales in Alabama signed by governor
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WIAT) -- Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey signed a bill Wednesday regulating the sale and distribution of hemp products, including drinks and gummies. Ivey signed HB445, which reduces serving sizes of THC to 10 milligrams. Establishments selling these products must be licensed by the Alcoholic Beverage Control Board. The law places a 10% tax on hemp products and prohibits business from selling them to anyone who's younger than 21. State R…
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