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Updated: December 8, 2025 Ohio’s cannabis laws have changed rapidly since voters approved Issue 2 in 2023. Adult-use marijuana is now legal, dispensary sales are underway, and lawmakers are tightening rules around “intoxicating hemp” products like Delta-8, THCA and THC drinks. At the same time, a new federal crackdown on hemp is scheduled for 2026, which will reshape what CBD and hemp products can legally stay on shelves. This guide explains where Ohio’s marijuana, CBD a …

Ohio’s Marijuana & CBD Re-Bill (SB 56): What It Means for Hemp Shops, Delta-8 & Consumers Ohio lawmakers advanced Senate Bill 56 to tighten marijuana and hemp rules—banning public smoking/vaping, restricting out-of-state products, and setting clearer standards for “intoxicating hemp.” Here’s the plain-English breakdown for retailers and consumers. Key Takeaways Public use: Smoking/vaping marijuana would be limited to private residences (no public consum …

Ohio Hemp Ban, THC Drinks & CBD Market: What’s Going On in 2025 In 2025, the once-quiet world of hemp, CBD, and so-called “intoxicating hemp” is erupting with stories that demand business owners, consumers, and regulators pay very close attention. Here’s what’s happening lately—and why you should care. THC & CBD drinks: a “threat” to wine? At Vinexpo Explorer in Argentina, Pérez Cambet didn’t mince words: “THC and CBD …

Americans’ Attitudes, Safety Risks, and Legal Battles Define Cannabis Debate in 2025 The national conversation around cannabis is intensifying in 2025. From shifting public perceptions to traffic safety data and political skirmishes over regulation, the stories converging now will likely influence how laws evolve in the coming years. Below is a synthesis of recent developments shaping the cannabis landscape. Majority of Americans Believe Marijuana Is Healthier Than Alcohol A recent poll …

COLUMBUS, Ohio / WASHINGTON, D.C. — A swirl of developments in state regulation, federal scheduling, and cultivation science is reshaping the landscape of hemp, THC products, and cannabis policy across the U.S. Ohio Governor Imposes Temporary Ban on THC-Infused Hemp Products On October 8, 2025, Ohio Governor Mike DeWine signed an executive order declaring a consumer product emergency and mandated that intoxicating hemp products—such as THC-infused beverages, gummies, and “edibl …