Virginia Hemp Businesses Sue Over New THC Limits | Roanoke News

Seven Virginia hemp businesses are suing the governor over new regulations set to take effect August 15th, which will ban sales of hemp products with more than two milligrams of THC per package — a move they say will cripple their operations, force closures, and erase millions in anticipated revenue. The lawsuit argues the rule unfairly sidelines hemp companies as the state prepares to launch its legal marijuana market next year, claiming lawmakers didn’t intend to shut them down. Plaintiffs warn they can’t restock without cash flow, while the governor’s office defends the change as necessary to prevent intoxicating, untested products from flooding the market. A judge could halt the rule or lawmakers may act in January — but for now, these businesses face an uncertain future. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/8f00f0c7fcba93fc