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Scientists Argue for New Definition of Hemp

CannaMD

Our current definitions of hemp and marijuana distinguish these separate varieties of the Cannabis sativa plant based on THC content. THC qualifies as hemp (which is CBD-dominant and cultivated by industrial hemp farmers nationwide for various purposes – especially, in recent years, to support the booming CBD industry).

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Illinois Hemp regulation battle continues

Illinois News Joint

Stakeholders’ ongoing battle over hemp regulations in Illinois continued this week. Lakesia Collins renewed their call to move forward with their proposals for hemp regulations and taxation ( House Bill 5306 , House Bill 4161 , and Senate Bill 3790 ). New sponsored legislation from Sen. Kimberly A. La Shawn K. Ford and Sen.

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New hemp bills in conflict with IDOA proposed amendments

Illinois News Joint

Two identical hemp regulation bills were introduced in the Illinois State legislature this week. House Bill 5306 and Senate Bill 3790 , with identical wording, add a plethora of regulatory provisions to the Illinois Industrial Hemp Act and other Acts. HB5306 was referred to the Rules Committee , and SB3790 was referred to Assignments.

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The Key Differences Between CBD and THC You Need to Know

United Patients Group

As the legality of hemp and cannabis products strengthens, people are curious to learn more about the different compounds they contain. CBD and THC are two natural substances found in the cannabis plant. Defining CBD and THC. CBD is derived from hemp or marijuana plants, both species of Cannabis Sativa.

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The Definite Guide to the Best Vape Pens for THC, CBD, and more in 2021

Cannabis Law Report

Well, before we get into the best vape pens for THC and CBD, it’s important to understand what vaping is. The definition of vaping is creating a vapor that one can inhale and exhale by heating liquid in an e-cigarette or vape pen. Most vape pens are designed for THC, or CBD uses hemp oil or wax.

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Hemp Industries Association Backs Delta-8 THC

Cannabis Law Report

The USA’s Hemp Industries Association has released a position statement on the controversial cannabinoid delta-8 tetrahydrocannabinol (?8THC). THC is the most commonly known (and pursued) intoxicating cannabinoid, specifically delta-9. However, it can also be produced by altering the non-intoxicating (cannabidiol) CBD.

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Washington Upends Its CBD Industry

Canna Law Blog

Last month, Washington governor Jay Inslee signed SB 5367 , a largely unpublicized bill “concerning the regulation of products containing THC”. Among other things, the bill amends the definition of “cannabis product” in the state’s Controlled Substances Act to include products with any detectable amount of THC concentration.

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