How Oklahoma is affected by Congress' renewed ban on hemp

When Congress reopened the government by passing a funding bill in November, it also redefined "hemp" in a way that could destroy the market for THC-infused drinks and gummies that have been sold under a federal loophole since 2018.

Generally speaking, hemp is a plant similar to marijuana but is less potent and typically does not induce psychoactive effects in users. While it's not the same as the kind of marijuana sold legally in Oklahoma, hemp-derived THC products have exploded in popularity, largely due to its availability.

THC-infused food products are sold in restaurants and convenience stores across the country, however, due to a provision in the 2018 Farm Bill that allowed for low-potency hemp to be used in food. These kinds of products are also delivered throughout Oklahoma