<h2>Louisiana Implements New THC and CBD Regulations for 2025</h2>
<p>As the calendar turns to 2025, Louisiana introduces significant changes in its cannabis landscape, focusing on both THC and CBD products. Effective January 1, 2025, the state mandates a reduction in the allowable THC and CBD content in products, capping them at 5 mg, down from the previous limit of 8 mg. These adjustments reflect Louisiana's effort to tighten control over cannabis consumption within its borders as consumer safety becomes a priority.</p>
<p>Moreover, the new legislation prohibits the sale of THC and CBD products in gas stations, and the legal age for purchasing cannabis products increases to 21. These measures signify a continuation of stringent controls, aiming to curb access among minors and regulate where cannabis products can be purchased.</p>
<h2>California Seeks to Cement Hemp Restrictions into Law</h2>
<p>California is moving to solidify its emergency rules regarding hemp-derived products. The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) announced on June 13, 2025, a proposed rulemaking initiative aiming to convert temporary regulations into permanent law. These measures are intended to safeguard public health, particularly targeting the prevention of cannabis access among the youth.</p>
<p>A public comment period has been initiated, running for 45 days, encouraging the community to participate. A dedicated hearing is scheduled for July 28, 2025, offering stakeholders the opportunity to voice their opinions on the proposed regulations. As Canna Daily News follows these developments, it will be crucial to observe how these rules, if enacted, will continue to shape the state’s cannabis market.</p>
<h2>The Pennsylvania House Advances Cannabis Legalization</h2>
<p>Moving closer to statewide legalization, the Pennsylvania House of Representatives recently approved a landmark bill that greenlights cannabis use for adults over 21. Passed narrowly on May 6, 2025, by a 102-101 vote, the legislation had initially cleared the House Health Committee shortly after its introduction. Despite its passage in the House, the bill encountered resistance in the Senate, leaving its future uncertain.</p>
<p>The split along party lines saw Democrats supporting the proposal and Republicans opposing it. While this marks progress, advocates and industry professionals are keenly watching the Senate's next moves, anticipating further developments that could steer the state's cannabis policy.</p>
<h2>Virginia Governor Vetoes Medical Cannabis Bill</h2>
<p>In a significant decision, Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin vetoed the proposed HB 1989, which aimed to refine labeling standards and define delivery options for medical cannabis products. With the veto in place, the state's Cannabis Control Authority will enforce existing regulations that dictate delivery can only occur to a patient’s home.</p>
<p>The rejection emphasizes Virginia’s cautious approach to medical cannabis regulation. For patients and industry representatives, this outcome suggests a need to adapt to the current rules while continuing advocacy efforts for more comprehensive regulatory reform.</p>
<h2>Missouri Considers Tougher Regulations on Hemp Products</h2>
<p>February 2025 marked a pivotal period for Missouri's hemp industry, with both House and Senate committees voting on stricter sales regulations. The proposed bills propose a structure in which hemp-derived THC products remain available in stores while restricting the sale of edibles and vapes outside of dispensaries, aligning with broader regulatory intentions to channel such products through licensed establishments.</p>
<p>The proposed legislation would also establish a three-tier distribution model, highlighting Missouri's commitment to a controlled and supervised cannabis marketplace. As discussions continue, stakeholders are eager to see the final implications these laws will impose on the state's thriving hemp sector.</p>
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