Cannabis Policy

Congress’s delay of new federal hemp restrictions protects near-term patient access and gives lawmakers more time to pursue a comprehensive policy that supports safety, clinical oversight and responsible state regulation.

AACPN welcomes House passage of legislation delaying most federal restrictions on consumable hemp products through December 11, providing Congress additional time to develop a comprehensive regulatory framework.

Originally published by the Hartford Courant, John R. Gordon examines Connecticut’s approach to hemp regulation amid an evolving national policy debate and considers the implications of proposed federal restrictions for the state’s existing regulatory framework.

Reps. Beth Van Duyne and Greg Landsman have introduced the bipartisan Beverage Regulatory Parity Act, proposing federal standards for hemp-derived beverages ahead of the November 12 deadline. AACPN founder and Marine Corps veteran Adrian Bruneau is quoted in the congressional announcement.

The American Alternative Care Policy Network has launched its Veterans Equal Access Initiative and formally endorsed federal legislation that would restore equal healthcare access for veterans by allowing VA physicians to discuss and recommend medical cannabis where permitted by state law.

Rep. Andy Barr has introduced the bipartisan Lawful Hemp Protection Act, legislation establishing a national regulatory framework for hemp-derived consumer products while protecting American farmers, improving consumer safety, and preserving the future of the domestic hemp industry.

As a healthcare professional working directly with patients, Jonathan "Gio" Stelly argues that Congress should delay the November 12 restrictions on hemp-derived THC beverages and instead pursue a regulatory framework grounded in science, consumer safety, and patient access.

The White House has urged Congress to reconsider forthcoming federal hemp restrictions and instead pursue a comprehensive regulatory framework. AACPN welcomes the recommendation and outlines why responsible regulation, consumer protection, and evidence-based policymaking offer a stronger path forward than prohibition.

The White House has identified Rep. Andy Barr's Amendment #54 as a model for revising federal hemp regulations. Learn what the proposal would have done, why it never received a House vote, and what comes next for H.R. 8646.

AACPN Director of Political & Public Affairs Adrian Bruneau recently appeared on The Decision Hour to discuss veteran mental health, resilience, recovery, and the challenges of life after military service. Watch the full interview.

The American Alternative Care Policy Network (AACPN) has announced a national policy agenda focused on expanding access to evidence-based integrative and alternative healthcare. Through its Alternative Care Access Campaign, Psychedelic Research Initiative, and Hemp Beverage Policy Initiative, AACPN seeks to advance healthcare access, scientific research, patient choice, and evidence-based policy for veterans, trauma survivors, first responders, and other underserved populatio

Millions of Americans—including veterans, first responders, seniors, and trauma survivors—face barriers accessing treatments that may improve their quality of life because insurance coverage has not kept pace with scientific research. AACPN's Alternative Care Access Campaign advocates for Medicare, Medicaid, VA, and private insurance policies that incorporate evidence-based alternative and integrative healthcare treatments shown to be safe, effective, and beneficial to patien

AACPN is calling for expanded scientific research into psychedelic-assisted therapies as potential trauma treatment options for survivors of sexual violence. The organization says survivors deserve compassionate, evidence-based care and continued research into emerging mental health therapies including MDMA, psilocybin, and ketamine-assisted treatment.

The American Alternative Care Policy Network has launched a new initiative opposing upcoming federal restrictions on hemp-derived THC beverages and advocating for responsible, science-based regulation focused on consumer safety, harm reduction, trauma recovery, and evidence-based alternative care policy.

The TSA’s updated guidance on medical marijuana travel marks a significant step toward more practical and patient-centered federal cannabis policy. AACPN examines what the change means for veterans, medical cannabis patients, and the future of domestic travel reform.

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The American Alternative Care Policy Network (AACPN) today announced its launch, establishing a policy-driven platform to accelerate the integration of evidence-based alternative therapies into the U.S. healthcare system—where they can deliver measurable outcomes, expand access, and reduce long-term costs. AACPN enters a fragmented and often unserious policy environment with a clear mandate: impose rigor, elevate standards, and translate validated therapies into actionable le