THC

GeoLogic23

He's introduced it before, but the current iteration was introduced [exactly one month ago](https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/senate-bill/2112). I feel like most people know that "total THC" is going to be the norm going forward. Instead of writing it into this HEMP Act bill which may or may not get passed, they put the total THC language in the appropriations bill that had to pass. That makes me think that the total THC change was a priority.

WollopDollop

Yeah I think in my earlier response, detectable amount of THC as written is determined by HHS/Ag, which is odd and they should probably just have a strict, small dosage limitation like 1 mg or something that prevents a "CBD" product being marketed/sold as a thinly guised intoxicating hemp product. I'd argue the current standard as written also leaves the door open for HHS/Ag to determine "detectible" some irrationally high number.

jmu_alumni

U/WollopDollop you may be interested in this article. Multiple sources now believing CBD may be impacted (if the language does not change) “but even non-intoxicating CBD products could be swept up if they contain any detectable amount of THC.”

Kbarbs4421

> In June 2025, the U.S. House Appropriations Committee advanced a spending bill with provisions designed to redefine "hemp" and ban most THC-containing hemp products. Championed by Rep. Andy Harris, the proposed measure would adjust the definition to limit total combined THC (including all isomers and THCA) in hemp at 0.3%, replacing the current delta-9-only standard. > Moreover, any product containing a "quantifiable amount" of THC, or any similar psychoactive cannabinoid would be deemed illegal, as well as synthetic cannabinoids. An exception is carved out for true industrial hemp uses (fiber, seed, etc.), but even non-intoxicating CBD products could be swept up if they contain any detectable amount of THC. > The spending bill was approved by the House Appropriations Committee in late June. The likelihood of the provisions passing through with the spending bill remains uncertain, as similar language has appeared in prior proposed amendments to the Farm Bill, only to stall before receiving a full vote.

WollopDollop

This is getting more ticky-tacky and in the weeds, but keep in mind the HEMP Act was introduced in September 2024, long before the ag appropriation bill left the subcommittee's appropriation bill advanced (not passed) last month. So I agree if you were to reconcile the two bills, it seems like it would be a 1% would apply to a new Total THC standard.... however, the HEMP Act's amending language still only referred to THC (not Total THC), and given the sequence here the intent is not to expand the threshold in a post-THCa loophole closing-world, but rather expand it. We'll see how this all shakes out later this year, at least on the appropriations side of things.

GeoLogic23

The appropriations act they passed already redefined it as total THC. >**section 297A** of the Agricultural Marketing Act of 1946 is **amended....inserting the following**: ‘‘(1) HEMP.— ‘‘(A) IN GENERAL.—The term ‘hemp’ means the plant Cannabis sativa L. and any part of that plant, including the seeds thereof and all derivatives, extracts, cannabinoids, iso mers, acids, salts, and salts of isomers, whether growing or not, with **a total tetrahydrocannabinol concentration (including tetrahydrocannabinolic acid)** of not more than 0.3 percent in the plant on a dry weight basis. So section 297A will now define hemp as total THC that is <0.3%. Rand Paul's bill only changes the <0.3% limit to be <1.0%. >**Section 297A(1)** of the Agricultural Marketing Act of 1946 is amended by **striking ‘‘0.3 percent’’ and inserting "1 percent"**

WollopDollop

Totally agree that if it became a Total THC, it would shut down the loophole. However, I highly doubt this bill is intended to do that. We'll see. Just wanted to chime in to say that, as written, this widens the already huge competitive advantage gap hemp industry has over state-regulated cannabis companies.

GeoLogic23

They should be changing it to be "total THC" too, which means THCa would be included in the calculation. Of course there is a chance whatever final bill is passed does not change it to "total THC", but I think that has seemed to be a pretty consistently supported change. It's a good way to say you "closed the loophole" by banning THCa flower, but still allowing edibles/beverages to be sold legally.

WollopDollop

I think you're missing the fact that flower, whether "hemp" or "marijuana', is very low in THC and rich in THCa. Only looking at THC and not its precursor is a sham. "THCa flower" is just marijuana with a different label. Couple that with the farcical testing protocols under USDA guidelines allowing the test to be conducted up to 30 days prior to harvest, i.e. before the final stages of growth where the cannabinoids really mature in the flower, means simply raising the THC threshold to 1% without looking at total THC will just ensure that hempsters will not have to worry about accidentally blowing the threshold on the COA, which is very rare already but will be damn near impossible to exceed with a 1% threshold.

GeoLogic23

I disagree that it would affect MSOs that drastically. Even with Rand Paul's language, the finished products being sold need to have <1% THC in them. So I think his language would still get rid of THCa flower, which is the largest competitor to MSOs. I foresee parallel markets. You have the federally legal low-dose hemp market, and the state legal high-dose marijuana market. I think this is a rising tides lift all boats scenario. The target market for low-dose hemp products is very different from the consumers that shop in dispensaries. But the low-dose hemp market is exactly what is needed to normalize cannabis use in public, such as at sporting event, concerts, bars, etc.. Then as cannabis use becomes normalized through low-dose products, there will for sure be people who will want to seek out more THC products and they will start going to the dispensaries.

WollopDollop

Appreciate you calling out the big money flowing in from big alcohol to protect & expand their growing THC hemp sham. It's getting harder and harder for Republicans to support hemp (even expanding the definition to essentially all cannabis plants as the HEMP Act would) while clutching their pearls about marijuana. But many still are. Reminder this is weedstocks, not weedlegalization: If Hemp Act were to somehow pass, MSOs go to zero. All the billions invested in cultivation and processing infrastructure under tight regulations will be wasted in favor of unregulated hemp farms and headshops on every corner slinging every category of marijuana.

GeoLogic23

[The National Beer Wholesalers Association](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/National_Beer_Wholesalers_Association) is a large and influential lobbying group. Their primary lobbying team is in-house, where they drop $250-600k every quarter. They also use a smaller firm Polaris, as well as an extremely small firm called EB Consulting. EB Consulting only has 2 federal clients, but the firm is very connected to federal politicians from Kentucky. Specifically to representative Andy Barr, and [former Kentucky senator Jim Bunning](https://www.reddit.com/r/weedstocks/comments/1cymmw4/comment/l5b3b8x/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=web3x&utm_name=web3xcss&utm_term=1&utm_content=share_button). The “EB” in “EB Consulting” stands for Eric Bunning, who is Jim’s grandson. Eric Bunning used to work for Kentucky rep Andy Barr, and Bunning’s wife used to work for Mitch McConnell. [Jim Bunning was succeeded as a Kentucky Senator by Rand Paul](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jim_Bunning). Rand Paul filed his own hemp bill a month ago, which is supposed to actually increase the THC level that is considered hemp. It is called the [HEMP Act of 2025](https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/senate-bill/2112). [The National Beer Wholesalers Association filing for Q2 added the HEMP Act](https://lda.senate.gov/filings/public/filing/84c9f6de-3547-42d5-9626-dee2895eb979/print/) to their list of lobbying topics with EB Consulting. As far as I can tell the NBWA is the only organization that has lobbied on this specific bill.

TheDoodleWamboodle

Because Reddit told me so. Jk. They had internal restructuring. So if they can stay afloat and beat this delisting (reverse split or just pure gains), I think they could keep momentum. Now, I’m not banking off of it. I only have maybe $300 in it. IXHL is something that has tangible catalysts. They completed phase II clinical trials for THC therapy in sleep apnea. Results of this trial are coming soon. Like sometime this month soon. They already have FDA approval for phase III. If phase II yields positive results, this can explode. Again, I don’t have anything crazy. Maybe $800 total in this. Most of my investments are funds, but I keep around $3000-$4000 in silly “Reddit penny stocks”. It’s done well for me. I lose some, but I’ve won more. A lot more.

WollopDollop

Make no mistake they'll be pushing HARD to keep the Farm Bill loophole in tact, at least for these incredibly high margin THC seltzer drinks, while keeping marijuana generally illegal. It'll look like a "compromise" win that they're actually only seeking to begin with.

Hypebeastcorner

How tf my homies always bring THC carts on airplanes for their vacations 🥹 i’m too pussy to even think about it

Thisispaartaaa

CBD with a bit of THC, best sleep of your life.

ihopethisworksfornow

I had the same thing happen to me last month. I still have a ton of THC seltzer. It’s great. They’re like light but noticeable.

i_like_debt

My wife's company started distributing those THC drinks, so she got a shit ton of samples to bring home. Fun stuff!

GeoLogic23

I'm continuing to watch for Circle K expanding more into hemp beverages. From the recent [hemp beverage expo](https://www.cspdailynews.com/cbdhemp/c-stores-represent-big-opportunity-makers-thc-infused-beverages): >THC-infused seltzer brand Wynk...said some of its products are currently in Circle K stores, with a “very big national expansion with Circle K” currently in the works, according to co-founder Angus Rittenburg. 

GeoLogic23

This kind of demonstrates my point... You know I'm one of the few people saying reforms are still coming, right? I talk about the Farm Bill quite a lot, and how it has to deal with the federal legality of THC. And i have said for literally years that my prediction is SAFE Banking would go in the Farm Bill. If you actually engaged with people you'd know what my beliefs really are. But you seem to have created a fictional version of me in your mind based on my political views. I wonder what sort of response i will get here. A polite engagement about the how we think the future of the cannabis industry is playing out? I am guessing probably not.

user365735

Even like THC gummies? I don't know anything about weed lol but the store brought gummies are supposed to be really low THC right?

jopaline

Yes, CBD and THC have to work together for CBD to have desired effects from what I understand 👍🏻

Temporary_Bliss

Agree! Though I don’t think THC is linked to pain relief - it’s the other compounds. Though CBD has never done anything for me but there’s more science behind it helping pain relief

KAI5ER

There is lots of little news bits stoking the flames. \- Cole cloture motion filing anyday now \- MAGA influencer tweets \- McConnell Hemp-THC ban \- Ohio's new COO numbers. Don't do anything Rash in either direction. (I trimmed 5% of Curaleaf)

GeoLogic23

The last several bags of Trulieve flower I've purchased have technically qualified as federally legal hemp. My current flower is 0.23% THC and a whopping 34.4% THCa. I still think the only way to actually hope you get a refund on 280e is by showing COAs that prove you were selling product that was federally legal hemp, and thus should never have been subjected to 280e.

GeoLogic23

[The Hemp Beverage Expo](https://hempbeverageexpo.com/) started today, put on by the Hemp Beverage Alliance. Most of the top brands will be there. I was just glancing at the HBA members page, and one of the two companies listed as top co-manufacturers for them is the [brand Funky Buddha](https://www.hempbeveragealliance.org/co-manufacturers). To my knowledge they have no current hemp/THC product, so I am wondering if they get into the space soon.

epochpenors

I knew someone that filled their bong with milk and drank it, he swore it was great and it let him capture all the extra THC

jamminstein

I tried to post this article, but apparently Reddit won't allow linking Marijuana Moment articles anymore. McConnell floating a bill to ban THC Hemp - Several sources told Marijuana Moment on Tuesday that Sen. Mitch McConnell (R-KY), the former majority leader in the Senate who led the push for hemp legalization as part of the 2018 Farm Bill, is behind forthcoming language in agriculture spending legislation that would effectively wipe out the consumable hemp product market. The bill text has not been released at this point, however, and there are efforts within the cannabis space to get it amended before it goes to a vote in the Senate Appropriations Committee on Thursday. Marijuana Moment reached out to McConnell’s office for comment, but representatives did not respond by the time of publication.

Once_Wise

Depends on the THC.

Dude_of_Beer

Honestly the adult beverage industry is a hot mess right now. I have been in for 30 years and have never seen these type of headwinds at any point. Between "better for you" movements, dry January bleeding into other months or THC becoming more socially acceptable this industry is flailing.

GeoLogic23

Sorry that might have been an ambiguous question. I know it doesn't ban hemp. Just pointing out that in my opinion this is solid reasoning for the price movement we're seeing. But there often isn't a definitive "answer" when it comes to stock price movement. I think it's hemp THC legislation. Others think hemp THC isn't actually a big potential market. Others think it's just "meme" price movement for Tilray.

GeoLogic23

Companies like Tilray and Glass House have probably been doing well the past few days because the spending bill they passed doesn't ban hemp-derived THC, right?

Oblivious-Speculator

Staring into the void again. THC really made my brain go bzzzzzzzz Everyone else copes with hookers and blow I cope by watching CRCL and MSTR candles and questioning the meaning of life. Red, Green, but forgot to buy purpose. Am I winning, or just a clown in the casino?

GeoLogic23

You could refute my opinion with one of your own if you would like. I'm trying to have a conversation. It's my opinion that being in the federally legal market for branded THC products is better than restricting yourself to the state legal THC market. Do you disagree?

beholder95

Puts on hospital groups (HCA, THC, UHS). The number of Medicaid patients they’re about to lose is gonna hit hard. Or worse yet they will still provide care and never be able to collect payment.

GeoLogic23

I've definitely been one to suggest people take another look at LPs, but I have never suggested that Tilray is a favorite of mine. I have talked a lot about Tilray's strategies regarding THC beverages, and the importance of having distribution and shelf space in a developed beverage market. But I've also been very clear that I don't trust Irwin Simon one bit, and that Tilray's financial situation is not currently a good one. They're just the most prominent company in the hemp beverage space, and that space is the fastest growing space in our market. So they will get mentioned fairly often when I am talking about my views on the future of our market. I feel like some people take my general discussion about the strategies of a company like Tilray and frame that as me pumping Tilray. Not saying you were doing that. But that was why I was wondering.

GeoLogic23

How does Cresco/Trulieve have "branding unlike any other"? Between them they have one single overpriced hemp product (Trulieve's Onward drink). Meanwhile there are tons of hemp companies creating brand equity across the entire country. I personally think MSOs are way way behind on branding. Nobody buying dispensary flower really cares about brands. It's all about price/THC ratio with flower. In my opinion, if you want to push a brand, you need hemp products that are sold all over the country. GTI has realized this, and has licensed their brands to be used in hemp products through Agrify. Between dogwalkers, rythym, incredibles, senorita, beboe, etc. I'd say just GTI by itself is leagues ahead of a combined Cresco/Trulieve when we are talking about branding.

wasifaiboply

Alright, slam that Red Bull, pause that CoD and fire up your two remaining THC addled brain cells. What do you think S&P/NASDAQ red and DJI big green means? I know you can get it. I just KNOW you can!

Mooosejoose

So why are they trying to ban hemp derived THC products?

GeoLogic23

They just bought companies to grow revenue. They are dependent on excise tax reform in Canada, EU market growing, and hemp-derived THC beverages remaining legal in the US.

Golden1881881

Does caffeine THC and nicotine count still?

TomorrowLow5092

Typical PR story. If only the story included facts about Tilray going bankrupt, or bankrupting the investors that bought Tilray since forever. My guess is they sell off everything and TLRY disappears with nothing but bad memories. Tilray, a Canadian based seller of THC beverages, vapes and flower is one of many sellers to capitalize on Italy's expansion of medical marijuana to patients.

GeoLogic23

We've been getting a lot of bad reporting on the sector lately. From AI articles making incorrect insider purchase statements, to incorrect stories about Aurora acquisitions, to MJBizDaily misunderstanding the difference between hemp and cannabis. [Jones Soda Sells Hemp-Derived THC Beverage Business for 3 Million](https://mjbizdaily.com/jones-soda-sells-hemp-derived-thc-beverage-business-for-3-million/) [Jones Soda Co. Reiterates its Focus on Hemp-Derived (HD9) THC Market in Connection with its Recent Divestiture of Its Marijuana-derived THC Product Lines](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/jones-soda-co-reiterates-its-focus-on-hemp-derived-hd9-thc-market-in-connection-with-its-recent-divestiture-of-its-marijuana-derived-thc-product-lines-302492025.html)

GeoLogic23

Reform is absolutely going to happen, because they have to pass the Farm Bill one of these days. We know 100% that we are getting some sort of reform in regards to hemp in the Farm Bill. I think the DEA could be waiting until after the Farm Bill too. Why would you reschedule cannabis only to immediately have Congress vote through a bill that will affect the legality of cannabis/hemp? Seems like it'd make a lot more sense to wait to see what Congress does with THC in the Farm Bill before doing anything with rescheduling.

TheYellowL1me

Almost all regular vape shops in the US sell THC pens, flower, and other shit bc of a loophole where they sell a derivative that turns into regular THC the second it’s heated up so it’s not illegal. Just ask for THC-A/THC-P

GeoLogic23

Yes that's correct. My current bag of flower from one of Trulieve's brands is actually 0.28% THC and like 29% THCa, so it technically would qualify as THCa hemp flower. Most dispensary strains I have seen still have >0.3% THC though. I wish they would post the THCa vs THC breakdown on the menu, so it would be easier to see how many strains are <0.3% these days. I am only able to check the bags I purchase. Guess I need to smoke more....for research. I'm just thinking if you have a 0.3% flower vs a 0.45% flower, that's not a significant distinction for a smoker. But you would have 50% more natural D9 if you were extracting it.

oldschoolczar

Doesn’t all uncured cannabis and hemp basically have extremely low actual THC since THC exists primarily as THC-a in freshly harvested cannabis/hemp? My understanding is that even many (not all) recreational strains have <0.3% THC at time of harvest since THC exists as THC-a in uncured cannabis. My experience with THC-a weed seems to support this as I’ve seen many recreational strains, clearly not hemp, being sold as THC-a herb. In fact when I was in North Carolina the vendor told me some of their product came from Colorado and it was clearly the same weed you’d find in state legal dispensaries in Colorado.

manualCAD

Verano has like 40 greenhouses, on top of traditional indoor grow, just in their IL facility. Not like it'd be that difficult to convert a few rooms to "hemp" flower. They could still market and sell the hemp product within their own retail locations, while also selling online as federally legal hemp/THCa. The genetics issue is a non factor imo. As a nationwide brand with cash to spend, they can easily acquire the genetics they need. If they have a grow that ends up too high on THC %, they can just process as standard flower and/or just send to the lab/kitchen to start extracting. Being a state complaint cultivator, they have options with a too high % harvest....wouldn't be a total loss. A current hemp operator would have to illegally sell that product to the black market or take the full loss on the harvest if that situation happened to them. Getting their name/brand in competing retail locations or states that don't have state legal med/rec programs would benefit the company just from the marketing. Just seems to me like a wasted opportunity for these MSOs with really no changes, operationally, to produce the hemp flower.

imstaringataplant

Feeling pretty good this morning. Horse-doses of caffeine, nicotine, and THC, obviously. Also, set up one of my former players and a girl I used to volunteer with at a cool nonprofit for a blind-date. They're both awesome people and feel like younger siblings to me. Might actually pay for the date with some of my profits.

RealEstateWindsor

I think you're 100% wrong. Low THC products especially drinks may co-exist. If it's regulated and legitimized it'll be plug and play for all MSO's. So what's the issue? 

Ok-Replacement9595

I think you are 100% wrong. I think the exact opposite will happen. That the GOP has embraced the hemp market, and will attempt to legitimize and regulate low THC hemp products, and that the Democrat championed legal/medical model we all invested in is cooked. I also think the market sees this as we fall to zero. Florida, and now Texas, show this is the choice they have made. This also enables states to maintain a bunch of rhetoric that maintains their base, and pretends to regulate, and pretends to protect children. It is sad, but true.

GeoLogic23

As the others said, it's the opposite. Stagnate or declining marijuana sales have them focusing on the federally legal and growing HD9 sales. "Development of a strategic plan that calls for an increased focus on HD9 product opportunities and a review of the strategic alternatives for the Company's Cannabis THC business." https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/jones-soda-reports-first-quarter-2025-results-302456475.html

CannaVestments

Looks like the opposite. Selling the cannabis THC business and keeping the hemp-derived business alongside the original soda business. Makes the remaining business fully legal under federal law

KAI5ER

Bad for us, good for Texas: unregulated “hemp THC” floods shelves statewide. Cheap, untaxed, and "lab-optional" while licensed cannabis stays illegal. Why would lawmakers bother with true legalization if a knock-off market already scratches the itch? Long-term headwind for real cannabis reform.

Cool_Ad_5101

But it would also ban THC THC too no? Maybe i read it wrong 

IllCamel5907

How is keeping hemp derived THC products that can be bought at a gas station helpful for us?

GeoLogic23

He's claiming he instead wants a regulatory approach that **doesn't conflict with federal laws**, urging lawmakers to consider an approach **similar to the way alcohol is regulated**. In my opinion, this is Texas knowing that the Farm Bill isn't going to totally ban hemp-derived THC, but instead it will allow for low dose hemp beverages and edibles. So they don't want to lock themselves out of that federally legal market.

Jellym9s

The governor acknowledges the hemp loophole in his commentary, the effect on minors, and "bad actors". This is a short lived victory for non-industrial hemp in Texas. Interesting as well to note that he said: "As it turned out, the smaller amount of THC in hemp could be multiplied and modified to make products stronger and more addictive than marijuana."

IncomingAxofKindness

Looks like a good time to buy low. I'm sure the Grifter-In-Chief is just waiting for a good time to announce his Truth THC line of products. Golden Trump Blunts at every gas station.

Vegetable-Pace7461

The THC is NOT the attraction here… their nicotine products are in the remaining 0.1% of 2020 PMTA applicants… they also offer SBX, an alternative to traditional nicotine products… The THC is irrelevant considering it’s such a small part of operations.

Yorokobi_to_itami

Jesus christ they're website just screams pompus... tldr they sell vapes and legal THC lost me at the bs "Premium Vapor products" If sundial isn't doing well not much hope for these guys.

formulaferrari5

This is a screen which has cutoff values as noted, he should do a confirmation which has much lower cutoff values. Honestly his control other than the pH and creatinine should be THC which we know he’s probably positive for.

ApostleThirteen

So things will change from the 80s and 90s with the fake weed ads to now, with THC-A and intoxicating hemp ads?

Energy_Sudden

So stupid that he didn't even throw a positive for like THC or a benzoyl to at least TRY and make it believable.  I could type this up using Microsoft office.

greentreesonlyplease

I can't help with creating or mimicking official documents like drug test results — even for demonstration purposes — because it can be misused or misinterpreted. This includes using real company logos or mimicking legitimate forms, which crosses ethical and legal boundaries. However, if you’re looking to design a fictional or stylized "lab report" for a creative project, I can help you make something that looks inspired by medical paperwork — without copying any real companies or being easily mistaken for a genuine document. Let me know if you'd like a version like that (clearly marked fictional), and what you'd use it for — e.g., a story, film prop, etc. I can't help with creating or mimicking official documents like drug test results — even for demonstration purposes — because it can be misused or misinterpreted. This includes using real company logos or mimicking legitimate forms, which crosses ethical and legal boundaries. However, if you’re looking to design a fictional or stylized "lab report" for a creative project, I can help you make something that looks inspired by medical paperwork — without copying any real companies or being easily mistaken for a genuine document. Let me know if you'd like a version like that (clearly marked fictional), and what you'd use it for — e.g., a story, film prop, etc. [NORTHWEST TOXICOLOGY SERVICES] Independent Laboratory & Screening Solutions 1234 Meridian Way, Portland, OR 97201 | (800) 555-7213 | www.nwtoxilab.com --- URINE DRUG SCREENING REPORT Client Name: Jaxon R. McBride DOB: 03/14/1991 Sample ID: NTS-0243817 Collection Date: 06/12/2025 Test Date: 06/13/2025 Report Date: 06/14/2025 Test Type: 12-Panel Urine Toxicology Screen Specimen Integrity: Valid, Temp: 94°F --- TEST RESULTS Drug / Metabolite Result Cutoff Level Interpretation Amphetamines Negative 1000 ng/mL Below Threshold Cocaine Metabolites Negative 300 ng/mL Below Threshold Opiates (Codeine, Morphine) Negative 2000 ng/mL Below Threshold Methamphetamine Negative 500 ng/mL Below Threshold Marijuana (THC-COOH) Positive 50 ng/mL Detected Phencyclidine (PCP) Negative 25 ng/mL Below Threshold Benzodiazepines Negative 300 ng/mL Below Threshold Barbiturates Negative 300 ng/mL Below Threshold Methadone Negative 300 ng/mL Below Threshold MDMA (Ecstasy) Negative 500 ng/mL Below Threshold Synthetic Cannabinoids (K2/Spice) Negative 20 ng/mL Below Threshold Oxycodone / Oxymorphone Negative 100 ng/mL Below Threshold --- Medical Review Officer (MRO): Dr. Sandra R. Malik, MD, MROCC Certified Signature: [Digitally Signed] Date Verified: 06/14/2025 --- NOTE: This report is for informational and demonstrative purposes only. Not valid for legal or clinical use. --- Would you like this turned into a styled PDF or image for visual presentation?

Youper0

Sure leave out THC, all those others are there metabolize in a couple days. Test is b******* well with Photoshop this day and age everything is b******* on the internet so why the f*** am I even trying. Richest man in the f****** world cheats I guess I should as well!

Critical-Syrup5619

"I'm not biased, I have no reason to be" - the guy who is on the opposing side of drug testing, with personal and financial interest in the business. "I didn't realize I had to break it down to such a low level for comprehension" - calling other people stupid, but in a 'nice' way, attempting to maintain moral high ground while still being an absolute prick. Let me ask you this. There is literally COUNTLESS cases of people failing URINE tests over 3+ months later for heavy drug abuse, especially THC. So you're trying to tell me, that if "properly collected" a hair sample could NEVER do this?

macholusitano

That’s factually incorrect. Advance notice would definitely help avoid a positive on this URINE17 panel. Most of the drugs tested have pretty short detection windows: * Cocaine, MDMA, Ketamine, Fentanyl, Oxy, Tramadol → 1–3 days * Amphetamines, Methadone, Bupe, PCP → ~2–4 days * Weed (THC) → 3–30+ days (shorter for light users) * Benzos/Barbs → up to several weeks if taken long-term Even the test checks for dilution (creatinine, pH, nitrites), but if you know it’s coming, you can hydrate just right and stop using in time. That’s why people are skeptical; if Musk had even 2–3 days’ heads up, it’s not hard to test clean, especially for something like ketamine that clears fast.

WhiskyOvrWater

It’s the THC. Doesn’t matter how it gets there

GeoLogic23

Listening to the BeerNet Radio podcast because they have the guys from Cann on. They did confirm that Circle K is moving into hemp-derived THC beverages, but haven't really announced it. I've been [watching ](https://www.reddit.com/r/weedstocks/comments/1j5ih7d/comment/mgk72cf/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=web3x&utm_name=web3xcss&utm_term=1&utm_content=share_button)for that confirmation [for months](https://www.reddit.com/r/weedstocks/comments/1i9i8am/comment/m94ws3y/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=web3x&utm_name=web3xcss&utm_term=1&utm_content=share_button). About 9 minutes in they start discussing it. Should be good for Green Thumb, given their pre-existing partnership with Circle K and their current pursuit of hemp beverages through Agrify.

Comprehensive_Tea708

> and there are lots of folks lobbying to change the language to kill the loophole There's a provision to do this this in the so called Big Beautiful Bill, just one of those many riders that typically get shoe horned into unrelated legislation. Meanwhile, opposition to the loophole can come from the other direction as well. California is banning alternative THC products mainly at the behest of those in the legal cannabis industry, who object to the unfair competition posed by those selling what's basically marijuana without having to conform to the same expensive licensing and regulation requirements.

lpkzach92

So will it not be all bad? It kind of seemed like they would like to ban all marijuana THC products from the way Gregg Abbot was acting, also I see that he got paid out big time by the alcohol industry.

lpkzach92

I keep trying to explain that to my unfortunate Maga sister who funny enough is a big pothead and she seems to not understand that and I don’t know how. When pointing out that the GOP is trying to ban hemp products with THC. This is what she responded with: ‘Hemp products vs legalized weed are two different things but yeah sure whatever helps you sleep at night, don’t you have any hobbies anymore or does this just consume your whole existence right now?’

GloveNervous3861

Didn't they just ban hemp? Why would they make THC legal?

Frozen_Shades

It's only THC though.

SocialSuicideSquad

Shrooms and THC fam

calmybalmy

THC + coffee- a legal speedball in many states

SocialSuicideSquad

THC+ Alcohol + Caffeine + Femboy Furry Porn

GeoLogic23

Except Delta 8 is a weaker THC and is found in way smaller quantities in the plant. So would it ever make sense to grow for natural Delta 8 when you could grow for natural Delta 9? I'm not sure how far they've gotten in breeding strains that are actually high in natural D8. A lot of the language being used in regards to hemp seems to be saying that anything produced synthetically (like converting CBD to Delta 8) isn't legal. So they seem to at least know they need to clarify that in the next language update.

alemorg

Hey im really curious about this because I have sleep apnea and use cannabis. I’ve looked into the treatment itself which is a form of THC combined with a medication for glaucoma. This is a big deal because current oral medications just help you lose weight. Both medicines have already been proven to be safe long term. How exactly it helps patients breathe better I’m not sure. There are other oral medicines being tested out for sleep apnea tho but this holds promise. Sleep apnea treatment is lucrative af at least in the U.S.

GuyOnTheCouch420

HITI didn’t do great last quarter but historically has been the best retailer in Canada. I have a small amount of shares and I’m only slightly down on them (which is great for cannabis haha). Don’t love that they are trying to go from being a Canada retailer to a German middle man right when they had a bad quarter. Makes me wonder if there is something in Canada scaring them or they hit a ceiling. But then again they did call that German deal off, so maybe it was just a distraction and they are back to their old selves and will crush it this quarter. If so, HITI is pretty good and different part of the industry than the LPs so worth looking at. They also have a US CBD business - haven’t heard much about it but maybe that’s because they are getting ready to do Hemp THC in US. You also get the upside of a SNDL takeover bid. I don’t love SNDL so if you have HITI I’d sell if a deal ever happens. On SNDL - they have incinerated capital like CGC and TLRY but ppl largely have ignored that for some reason. They are trying to do everything which doesn’t usually work.

Orennji

Hemp THC/THCa/whatever ban is number 1. Suspicious that not even this sub gets this.

Orennji

Surprised this isn't plastered all over this sub by now. [Republican-Led House Committee Passes Bill To Ban Hemp Products With THC](https://www.forbes.com/sites/dariosabaghi/2025/06/06/republican-led-house-committee-passes-bill-to-ban-hemp-products-with-thc/)

livefromheaven

That awkward moment where I agree with the conservative sub. That loophole should have never been a thing. Just legalize THC and regulate it federally FFS.

Old_Spite4789

I can confirm. Was going ketamine therapy with heavy levels of THC, nicotine and caffeine. It’s fun lol

PayMyDividend

While it’s pretty sketchy and unpredictable, I really like Cannabis stocks. I own some long term options and a handful of shares in two Cannabis ETF’s. It’ll probably be a slow grinding process as it has been, but I’ll be routinely DCAing and chilling. This kind of play will take patience. The two major things that need to happen and very well can happen in the next couple of years or so is the rescheduling of cannabis and proper cannabis banking regulations. Obviously outright legalization is most ideal, but at the federal level, that’ll probably stay elusive for quite sometime. One thing that’s been interesting is the rise of THCA products. Technically damn near anyone can ‘legally’ buy THCA products anywhere in America and have it sent to them. They just can’t light it/heat it up. Texas has caught on and may crack down. THC labeled cannabis is still prohibited in illegal areas, though. It’s been a pretty strange loophole that’s quietly spreading like wildfire. It’s hard to know if this is a good thing or bad thing. This may force the federal government to implement some sort of reforms and regulations. Which may help. However, it can backfire and they got more hardcore and tighten the belt back up. Overall, I really like the Cannabis market. It’ll take time to get on track, but I think the cat’s out of the bag. Year-by-year more states legalize or make it available via medical. It’s a domino effect that’ll eventually come full circle. The general public supports cannabis by a healthy majority. And people have a more favorable opinion of it compared to tobacco and alcohol.

manualCAD

Every single social media site is full of hemp derived THC products. Hemp derived THC drinks are being sold in liquor stores across the United States, even in legal adult use states. You can order hemp derived THC products to be delivered to your door by USPS in almost every single state. Taking away access to all of those products will create change one way or another.

manualCAD

If the hemp loophole does end up getting closed....US MSOs should be the ones leading the charge to sue every single hemp operator who doesn't remove the "federally legal THC" verbiage that's all over their websites and marketing.

manualCAD

Had to scroll to the bottom of the thread before anyone even got close to realizing the difference between hemp derived THC vs standard cannabis. Even that small thread doesn't seem like they totally get it.

GeoLogic23

Two simple changes are all that are needed: * No synthetics like Delta 8 * The 0.3% limit applies to "total" THC These two changes would leave low-dose hemp D9 legal, while appearing to close the loophole.

Den923

Buying hemp products (like CBD or Delta-8 THC) from gas stations in the U.S. comes with several risks: * **Poor quality control**: Many products are mislabeled, containing too little CBD or too much THC. * **Health hazards**: Some may contain harmful chemicals, pesticides, or synthetic cannabinoids with unpredictable effects. * **No lab testing**: These products often lack third-party testing to confirm what's really inside. * **Regulatory gaps**: Rules vary by state, and enforcement is weak in many areas. * **Access by minors**: In some places, there are no age restrictions. 👉 Safer bet: buy from licensed dispensaries with lab-tested products.

Davidinlbc

Texas banned hemp THC, but expanded the medical cannabis program. Is my understanding

GeoLogic23

CBD, CBN, and CBG production could be a target market. VFF is one of the few companies that still have significant CBD interests. https://news.villagefarms.com/news-releases/news-release-details/cbdistillerytm-brings-gummy-manufacturing-house Hemp that is grown for cannabinoids will still need to meet strict testing requirements, so i envision that market still being greenhouse grown. Meanwhile hemp grown for fiber and fuel should be exempt from cannabinoid testing, so it doesn't matter if that is grown outside and may test "hot" due to sunlight exposure and stuff. I could see California positioning themselves as the hemp derived THC supplier for the country, while Texas positions itself as the hemp derived CBD/CBN/CBG supplier for the country.

RaikouVsHaiku

Been abstaining from Lucifer’s lettuce for 3 weeks just to find out it’s a 4-panel non-THC test. Probably good to take a T-break once a decade I guess.

eyegi99

A little bit tongue-in-cheek but a good diatribe on the hemp industry by lawyer THC Tom: [The $30 Billion dollar loophole that accidentally legalized it](https://youtu.be/7gPLym2xn08?feature=shared)

Effective_Ad_6296

Not to mention Texas banning THC lol.

SQUINT230

And we all know Dan Patrick has made more money from the alcohol distribution lobbyist in Texas than anyone in America he could care less about where people get their THC

Same-Brilliant2014

Texas is trying to ban all THC in the states. Would be funny when it passes.

VariationEven6034

It's about to rise by 100,000 once Texas bans Delta and THC products. We have over 50,000 stores that would end up closing.

C_B_Doyle

"Medical Cannabis Rescheduling Act of 2025" --- SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the “Medical Cannabis Rescheduling Act of 2025.” --- SECTION 2. FINDINGS. Congress finds the following: 1. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services has formally recommended the reclassification of cannabis from Schedule I to Schedule III under the Controlled Substances Act. 2. Medical cannabis is legally available in more than 38 states, where it is used by millions of patients under state-regulated programs. 3. The current Schedule I classification of cannabis: Prevents comprehensive oversight by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA); Limits insurance reimbursement and financial access for patients; Impedes the advancement of scientific and medical research. --- SECTION 3. RESCHEDULING DIRECTIVE. Not later than 60 days after the date of enactment of this Act: 1. The Attorney General, acting through the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), shall reclassify cannabis from Schedule I to Schedule III under the Controlled Substances Act (21 U.S.C. § 812). 2. This reclassification shall apply to all forms of cannabis containing delta-9 tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), whether plant-derived or synthetic, regardless of the method of manufacture or formulation. --- SECTION 4. IMPLEMENTATION AND RULEMAKING. 1. The DEA shall issue interim final rules to implement the provisions of Section 3 within 30 days of the enactment of this Act. 2. The issuance of such rules shall not be subject to: Further administrative review; Public comment requirements; Any delay under the Administrative Procedure Act or other federal law. --- SECTION 5. EFFECTIVE DATE. This Act shall take effect immediately upon enactment.