The Cannabis Advantage
Official StatementOctober 2026
Legislative watch

Know Where Things Stand

We're tracking the federal legislation that put our sites on hold — and what you can do about it.


Current legislative status

Last updated:

Big Beautiful BillPassed Senate

The reconciliation bill passed the Senate with McConnell-backed provisions targeting hemp-derived cannabinoids, including Delta-8 and Delta-9 THC products sold outside the pharmaceutical channel.

Hemp provisionsAwaiting House conference

The hemp-specific language is now in conference between the House and Senate versions. Outcome will determine whether hemp-derived products face a de facto ban or a regulated pathway.

Industry legal challengeFiled

Several hemp industry associations have filed for injunctive relief, arguing the provisions exceed congressional authority under the Farm Bill framework.


What you can do

Contact your representatives

Call or email your U.S. Senators and House members. Tell them you support access to hemp-derived wellness products and oppose the McConnell provisions in the Big Beautiful Bill.

Find your members

Sign industry petitions

Hemp advocacy groups are collecting signatures to demonstrate public opposition. Adding your name takes two minutes and adds to the count legislators see.

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