delta8legality

Woody

April 12, 2024

At the time of this article, delta-8 THC created through chemistry from Hemp CBD, is enjoying a renaissance in popularity and availability. It’s milder psychoactive effects and legal availability make it both easy to get and relatively low risk to enjoy.  However, the 2018 Farm Bill, which legalized hemp production at the federal level, is ... Read more

Woody

April 3, 2024

Preliminary approval has been granted by a Nebraska legislative committee for a bill that would tax CBD and hemp products at 100% in the state. This tax hike is a part of new legislation that has been designed to help offset property tax bills. Along with other reforms, such as the removal of sales tax ... Read more

Dr. Igor Bussel, M.D., M.S., M.H.A

March 15, 2024

Over the past few years, there has been a huge increase in the number of hemp products being sold in the United States. Customers have been purchasing products that contain any variety of cannabinoids, not only in brick and mortar stores, but also online. This increased popularity and availability, combined with the FDA’s refusal to ... Read more

Woody

March 8, 2024

A new bill being drafted could place limitations and age restrictions on delta-8 products in Ohio. State senator Steve Huffman says that his goal is to keep delta-8 out of the hands of kids while keeping CBD shops in business. Through this bill, Huffman is hoping to establish a new age restriction on delta-8, only ... Read more

Woody

January 15, 2024

Even “THC tolerant” states take a strict stance toward drugged driving. Indeed, as cannabis becomes more accessible, many police troops have stepped up their game in enforcing marijuana DUI laws. There’s no question that weed while behind the wheel carries significant consequences.  But what do these harsh cannabis DUI laws mean for delta-8 THC? Most ... Read more

Dr. Igor Bussel, M.D., M.S., M.H.A

December 22, 2023

It seems like the debate surrounding delta-8 will never abate. Some say delta-8 is illegal, while others say it’s fair game. In recent years, some readers may have even seen a few police raids on hemp shops selling delta-8.  So, why is it that a few territories are harsh towards delta-8 while others don’t seem ... Read more

Dr. Igor Bussel, M.D., M.S., M.H.A

October 20, 2023

Ever since delta-8 THC hit the hemp scene, there have been clouds of uncertainty surrounding its legality. Nothing in the 2018 US Farm Bill clearly said whether hemp-derived delta-8 was legit. Many people in the hemp community assumed delta-8 was OK so long as it met the ≤ 0.3 delta-9 THC standard. However, a few ... Read more

Dr. Igor Bussel, M.D., M.S., M.H.A

June 9, 2023

The hemp industry is a rapidly changing landscape in some US states with new developments and regulations constantly emerging. One of the latest changes to catch the attention of hemp enthusiasts and regulators alike comes from Tennessee, with the introduction of a new bill aimed at regulating both delta-8 and delta-10 THC. Exploring the Delta ... Read more

Dr. Igor Bussel, M.D., M.S., M.H.A

June 5, 2023

The shifting sands of legislation surrounding delta-8 THC are constantly on the move, with Florida being the latest state to take a stance on the cannabinoid.  Recently, Florida legislators advanced a hemp regulation bill that, while introducing protections for children and maintaining the legality of delta-8 THC, sets strict controls and requirements on its manufacture ... Read more

Dr. Igor Bussel, M.D., M.S., M.H.A

May 19, 2023

Delta-8 THC will always face more scrutiny from legislators than CBD. True, a US federal court recently recognized hemp-derived delta-8 as a legal substance, but that doesn’t mean every American could stock up on bulk delta-8 products. In fact, if you’re not a licensed retailer, chances are you can’t legally own a ton of delta-8 ... Read more

Dr. Igor Bussel, M.D., M.S., M.H.A

May 3, 2023

The legal landscape of delta-8 THC is continually evolving as states are re-examining their positions on the cannabinoid. Recently, Arkansas joined the growing list of states that have implemented restrictions on delta-8 THC. A new bill in Arkansas has banned the sale and distribution of Delta-8 THC products, along with other hemp-derived psychoactive cannabinoids. This ... Read more

Sarah Courtney

April 28, 2023

A closer look at the latest regulations, restrictions, and requirements affecting Delta-8 THC in the Bluegrass State The legal landscape of delta-8 THC is complex and ever-changing, with state-specific regulations impacting the cannabinoid’s accessibility. Kentucky has recently introduced new measures that affect delta-8 THC, adding another layer of complexity.  Let’s take an in-depth look at ... Read more