Tennessee finalizes hemp rules banning the sale of THCA starting July 1

Tennessee will ban the sale of THCA starting July 1, enforced by the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission under a 2025 state law. THCA, which converts to illegal THC when burned, was central to the hemp industry, which lawmakers aim to restrict after economic impact estimates reached $180 million. Industry experts predict the ban will severely disrupt the market, with Rep. John Crawford noting potential business closures.