AGP Executive Report
Last update: 29 minutes agoHemp policy showdown: A Virginia judge is weighing a challenge to the state’s hemp THC rules, with the hemp industry arguing the law violates the U.S. Constitution and could be unconstitutional. Federal regulation update: The U.S. Congress provision in a continuing resolution delays most federal hemp restrictions until Dec. 11, giving retailers and farmers a short reprieve while lawmakers push for a broader framework. Industry pressure in Kansas: At the Kanna Next conference in Wichita, hemp advocates warned that upcoming federal crackdowns on certain hemp-derived products could crush Kansas businesses unless rules change. Sports spotlight on cannabis smell: Tennis star Aryna Sabalenka paused her U.S. Open match after complaining about a strong marijuana odor in the stadium, urging fans not to smoke around courts. Enforcement roundup: Police in Arkansas, Illinois, and Sri Lanka reported major marijuana seizures and arrests, including a Facebook party raid in Teldeniya and a large I-80 semi bust near LaSalle. Maritime drug probe: Philippine Coast Guard investigators sought access to a yacht tied to a P366.65M “kush” haul, aiming to map possible smuggling routes. Public health alert: Membertou Health Centre issued a community warning after cannabis in the area tested positive for fentanyl.
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