CINCINNATI (WXIX) - Tri-State businesses that sell hemp-derived THC products say they are concerned about their future as House lawmakers prepare to vote on a bill to reopen the government that includes an amendment outlawing the sale of some hemp products.

Drew Schulte, owner of Cappy’s in Norwood, said about 28% of his business comes from THC sales.

The bill passed by the Senate includes an amendment outlawing the sale of hemp-derived products containing more than 0.4 milligrams of THC.

“When you immediately take away a third of somebody’s business, how do you expect a business to survive?” Schulte asks.

Business owners fear economic impact

If passed, Schulte said the effects could be devastating for him and his business, describing it as a full prohibition on THC drinks.

“It makes

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