House Bill 328
Coverage of House Bill 328 in the Nexus archive.
- North Carolina lawmakers delay vote on hemp restrictions after demonstrations
North Carolina lawmakers postponed a vote on House Bill 328, which would restrict hemp products by limiting THC levels, following protests by industry stakeholders. The bill's opponents argue it would devastate livelihoods, while supporters cite public safety concerns over child-targeted products.
- North Carolina lawmakers table controversial hemp restriction bill after widespread protests
North Carolina lawmakers tabled House Bill 328, which would have restricted hemp-derived products to 0.4 milligrams of THC per container and limited purchases to those 21 and older, following widespread protests and business closures. Opponents, including industry leaders and customers, argued the bill would harm jobs and access to wellness products, while supporters emphasized the need to prevent minors from accessing the products.
- NC Governor Stein voices reservations about hemp bill
North Carolina Governor Josh Stein expressed reservations about House Bill 328, which would ban intoxicating hemp products for all ages. While supporting a regulated adult THC market, Stein criticized the bill for not requiring ID checks for kratom and hemp sales and for legalizing natural kratom for adults. Hemp industry advocates argue the bill would harm a $4 billion industry, while opponents highlight public safety concerns.
- As law enforcement backs a hemp ban, protestors push NC lawmakers to vote no
North Carolina's House Bill 328, passed by the Senate, aims to ban hemp products with over 0.4 mg THC and impose age restrictions. Hemp industry advocates argue it would cripple a $4 billion sector, while law enforcement supports the ban to prevent access to children. Protests are ongoing as the House debates the bill.
- Cannabis workers protest Raleigh house bill that could end NC industry
Cannabis industry workers in North Carolina protested a House bill (House Bill 328) at the State Capitol in Raleigh, arguing it would end their industry by setting THC limits that would make current products illegal. Retail closures allowed employees to lobby lawmakers, with industry leaders calling the legislation a 'kill bill' and urging its rejection.
- Thousands plan to rally against proposed hemp THC limits
Hemp-derived THC manufacturers are planning a rally in Raleigh to protest House Bill 328, which aims to impose state-level restrictions on THC content and age requirements before federal limits take effect in late 2026.
- Delayed by budget talks, NC legislature still has plenty to do
The North Carolina legislature has unfinished business after delayed budget discussions, with key issues including election law changes, hemp regulations, and constitutional amendments. They will return on July 27 to address bills like House Bill 958 on election reforms and House Bill 328 on hemp restrictions, which face differing views between the House and Senate.
- NC Senate approves bill that could send state's billion-dollar hemp industry up in smoke
The North Carolina Senate approved House Bill 328, which would ban the sale of intoxicating hemp products to individuals under 21 if enacted, potentially impacting the state's billion-dollar hemp industry.
- ‘Doing nothing was not an option’: NC Senate votes to crack down on hemp
North Carolina Senate approved House Bill 328 to ban most cannabis products with over 0.4 milligrams of THC, prohibiting sales to those under 21 and banning xylazine and synthetic kratom. The bipartisan 43-6 vote follows concerns over rising emergency room visits linked to cannabis use among minors and unsafe hemp derivatives.