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Webinar

The Hemp Ban and the Future of Regulated Cannabis

Wednesday, May 20 at 12:00 p.m. CT from 12:00 – 1:00 PM CT

BGM and Marijuana Policy Project (MPP) invite you to join us for an in-depth look at how the cannabis and hemp community – and state legislatures – are responding to the uncertain future of hemp-derived products and regulations in the United States. Our industry experts address the federal ban on all intoxicating hemp-derived products containing more than 0.4mg of THC scheduled to take effect on November 12, 2026.

Cory Parnell, Principal, BGM will lead a timely conversation with MPP experts Adam Smith, Karen O’Keefe, and Kevin Caldwell. We will cover the latest developments in state and federal hemp and cannabis policy, and how advocates, industry leaders, regulators, and lawmakers are attempting to meet the challenges posed by this rapidly evolving landscape.

What You’ll Learn

  • The impending federal hemp ban, potential paths for Congress to address it, and what state governments are doing in response.
  • Similarities and differences surrounding hemp and cannabis policy issues.
  • How the respective regulatory approaches for cannabis and hemp products impact the future of cannabis policy nationwide.
  • The impact of hemp bans and tightening regulations on the cannabis industry.
  • How the hemp and cannabis community are navigating these challenges.

Register for our webinar today to learn how upcoming hemp regulations could transform the industry and essential steps cannabis business owners should take now to stay ahead of these changes.

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05.05.26

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