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.

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.

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.