News How HB445 will force Alabama’s hemp businesses to adapt APR spoke with cannabis insurance advisor Alex Medina about how Alabama's hemp businesses would be forced to adapt to the new law. Alex Jobin / July 16, 2025
Cannabis Coalition warns of increased law enforcement crackdowns as HB445 takes effect State law enforcement seized marijuana and paraphernalia after a yearlong investigation, with more action anticipated as new hemp regulations began. Alex Jobin / June 30, 2025
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. Alex Jobin / June 12, 2025
The impact of Alabama’s new hemp and CBD restrictions Alabama's new law severely restricts hemp and CBD products, banning smokable hemp, capping THC, and prohibiting online sales, impacting businesses statewide. Alex Jobin / May 27, 2025
Bill amended to remove ban, add more restrictions to sell Delta-8 SB132 now aims to further regulate the sale of Delta products with stricter penalties and additional product testing in the state. Mary Claire Wooten / February 27, 2025