Opelika hemp store seeks city approval as funds run out
An Alabama hemp store owner is down to his last chance to stay open under strict new licensing laws.
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January 1 brings a new statewide regulatory system for consumable hemp products
HB445 establishes a statewide licensing, testing, labeling, taxation and enforcement system regulating who may sell consumable hemp products in Alabama, effective January 1.
ABC board revises proposed hemp rules, lessening burden on retailers
The board approved new rules for consumable THC and hemp products, revising initial proposals to ease burdens on retailers after public comment.
Alabama ABC board proposes new rules governing the sale of consumable hemp products
The Alabama ABC Board recently unveiled new rules for consumable hemp, including stricter labeling, packaging, and record-keeping requirements for retailers.
AG’s office confirms that smokable hemp ban will go into effect July 1
The Attorney General's office confirmed Alabama's smokable hemp ban starts July 1 — possession could lead to a Class C felony charge.
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See recent postsThe bureaucracy you should really hate
The phony debate over approving ready-to-drink cocktail sales is an example of government bureaucracy that doesn't get enough hate.
ABC Board unanimously approves new training for serving alcohol
The Alabama ABC Board approved online alcohol server certifications, and Sen. Eliott lifted holds to state contracts.
Senator blocks contracts as ABC Board delays law implemetation
Sen. Chris Elliott blocks all contracts at the contract review meeting on Thursday to persuade the ABC Board to comply with a 2023 law.
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See recent postsAlcohol control system paying big dividends for Alabamians
Regulating the sale of alcohol will always be an important function of state government.
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See recent postsABC Board worked to ensure strong safeguards for new alcohol bills
"In our regulatory capacity, our primary concern is to ensure there are adequate and enforceable safeguards."