Last updated September 4, 2026 Hemp and Cannabis Laws in the U.S.: History, Legal Changes, and What Comes Next Hemp and cannabis laws in the United States developed through overlapping systems of agricultural policy, drug prohibition, medical access, and state regulation. That history explains why a state can permit a cannabis business while federal restrictions still apply, and why a product described as hemp can face different… Read more

Is Delta 9-THC Legal?  "Is Delta 9-THC legal?" is a question that has been circulating within the United States cannabis market ever since the federal law changed regarding hemp-derived products. The Cannabis plant, from which both marijuana and hemp are derived, contains Delta-9 THC, a compound well-known for its psychoactive effects. However, the legality of Delta-9 THC hinges on its source and concentration. The 2018 Federal Farm Bi… Read more