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How are states responding to the new federal hemp ban — and why is Texas moving in a completely different direction than Washington?That’s the focus of today’s TDR Cannabis in Five presented by Dutchie, where host Shadd Dales breaks down how federal decisions and state-level policies are colliding in 2025. The federal government recently approved a ban targeting certain hemp-derived cannabinoids, aiming to close loopholes around intoxicating products. But Texas regulators are still advancing their own hemp rules without delay, which reflects how differently states are handling the same issue.In this episode, Shadd walks through the federal ban, the products it affects, and the compliance questions operators now face. He also outlines Texas’s approach: moving forward with updated rules for manufacturing, labeling, and testing through the Department of State Health Services. Their goal is consistency, consumer safety, and a clearer operating environment for hemp businesses.The recap also looks at how this shapes the broader market. Federal rules create uncertainty, while state frameworks like Texas’s offer clearer expectations for operators who need reliable regulations to plan and invest.Overall, the episode highlights the ongoing split between federal policy and state decision-making — and how that divide continues to influence both the cannabis and hemp sectors.#CannabisNews #HempBan #TexasHemp #TDRCannabisInFive #Dutchie #CannabisPolicy #THCRegulation #HempIndustry #StateCannabis #CannabisUpdatesWant to see last week's recap?   • Hemp Ban Blowback Hits Washington | TTB We...  Want to see more Cannabis Reform videos?   • Is Cory Booker Finally Ready for Real Cann...     • Joe Rogan Sparks National Debate on Hemp B...     • Hemp Ban Signed — What Is Nancy Mace Actua...     • Inside D.C.: The Real Fallout From the Nat...  Want to be updated on Cannabis, Small Cap, AI, and Crypto? Subscribe to our Daily Baked in Newsletter!https://newsletter.thedalesreport.com...Find us as well on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn and on the Web:Facebook:   / thedalesreport  Twitter:

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