Federal Hemp Policy Briefing: Critical Insights on the Hemp's Definition, THC Limits & 2026 Market

Описание: Federal hemp policy is undergoing its most significant shift since the 2018 Farm Bill was enacted. On November 12, 2025, Congress amended the federal definition of “hemp,” imposing strict new potency caps that effectively ban most commercial hemp products within one year. These changes disrupt a $28 billion industry, reclassify many state-compliant products as Schedule I marijuana, and set off state-level responses that could significantly reshape the market.

Join Vicente LLP for a timely briefing on the federal changes and their implications for the hemp industry. Our team of hemp, cannabis, and alcohol regulatory attorneys and policy specialists will deliver a rapid-fire breakdown of the definition of “hemp,” the 0.4 mg Total THC cap, the ban on synthetic or converted cannabinoids, and the one-year compliance timeline, along with practical steps operators should take now to protect their businesses.

We’ll also outline how federal changes may activate state “trigger” laws, disrupt existing formulations, and intersect with potential cannabis rescheduling. This session will equip you with a clear understanding of what’s happening, what’s coming next, and how to prepare for the shifting compliance environment.

Topics of discussion include:

Key elements of the federal hemp redefinition, including Total THC calculations, the 0.4 mg per-container cap, and the reclassification of existing products as Schedule I marijuana

Business and supply chain impacts, and what manufacturers, processors, brands, and retailers should do to prepare for the one-year transition period

State-level implications and potential trigger-law responses, including shifts in definitions, enforcement, and market dynamics

The federal legislative path forward, including industry efforts to promote sensible regulation over prohibition

Why this matters: The redefinition represents a seismic overhaul of federal hemp policy, upending existing product lines, eliminating major market segments, and exposing operators to significant legal risk if they fail to adapt. Understanding the new requirements and the narrow window for compliance is essential for manufacturers, distributors, retailers, investors, and policymakers. This is a can’t-miss opportunity to hear from the nation’s leading hemp regulatory attorneys about what’s to come and how your business can start preparing now.

You’ll hear from:

Shawn Hauser
Brian Vicente
Neil Willner
Cassia Furman
Charles Alovisetti
Tim Swain