The holidays aren’t the only source of chaos this season. Buried in a last-minute government funding bill, Congress just took a direct shot at the hemp industry—and it could wipe out nearly every CBD product you rely on in November of 2026.
That includes us at MedRoots! In one year, only 3 out of our 10 products, as currently formulated, will be federally legal.
A surprise provision in the newly passed legislation introduces an extreme THC cap of just 0.4mg per container—a move that industry leaders say would eliminate 95% of the legal hemp-derived market within a year. The goal of the new hemp ban is to eliminate the loopholes in the 2018 Farm Bill that make non-naturally occurring psychoactives (ie Delta 8 and Delta 10 THC that are derived from CBD Isolate) to be legal and unregulated.
That’s right: A single gummy with a low .5mg microdose of THC (derived from hemp) will be considered illegal under the new rule. However, if your state allows it, you can still visit a dispensary and get a high-dose 10mg THC gummy. In essence, you can still get high but will have to purchase therapeutic, non-psychoactive doses in single-serving packages.
We’re talking about thousands of businesses, hundreds of thousands of jobs, and billions in legitimate economic activity at risk—all because of a poorly written ban that completely misunderstands how honest hemp companies work while trying to root out Delta 8 and 10 products. Not to mention the unnecessary packaging waste for single-dose servings!
And we need your voice.
What’s Happening? What Is The Hemp Ban?
Congress just passed a funding bill with language that changes the definition of hemp under federal law. Instead of the previous standard—0.3% THC by dry weight—the new limit is based on total THC per container, capped at 0.4 milligrams.
For context:
- One MedRoots 25mg full-spectrum CBD gummy contains .44mg of hemp-derived THC. To remain compliant with the new law, we would have to reduce the THC content per gummy to .04mg and only sell them in single-serving packages. Instead of purchasing a 30-count bottle, you’d need to purchase 30 single-count gummies. Driving up the cost and packaging waste.
- Each Wellness Plus 100mg Full Spectrum CBD Suppository (our best-selling product) contains up to 1.8mg of THC, depending on the suppository's total weight, which is currently compliant with the 0.3% legal limit under the 2018 Farm Bill. We consider this a microdose; enough to provide relief and comfort, but not enough to inhibit cognitive functioning and prohibit everyday activities. It’s a win-win! This product will become illegal in November 2026 unless Congress passes common-sense legislation. No one is using six suppositories to get high; they’re going to a dispensary for that!
This new cap effectively bans nearly all hemp-derived products, especially those used for relaxation, discomfort support, or sleep—the very products our customers rely on to feel better every day.
Why This Affects You
This ban isn’t about safety. It’s about politics and money.
MedRoots formulates products with clean, plant-based ingredients that are third-party tested and THC-free or well within legal limits. But this change would lump us—and hundreds of other safe, transparent, wellness-focused companies—into the same category as unregulated producers.
Here’s what the ban could mean for you:
- Fewer options for non-habit-forming relief
- Reduced access to products that support pelvic health, sleep, and stress
- A potential surge in unregulated black-market alternatives
- Job losses across farming, manufacturing, and wellness sectors
- Increase in packaging waste
The ban threatens more than 300,000 jobs, with ripple effects across agriculture, small businesses, and public health. The new cap doesn’t solve real issues like safety testing, age restrictions, or ensuring therapeutic doses of THC. It simply removes access and punishes consumers like you who’ve made thoughtful choices about your wellness. And it comes just as consumers are turning to hemp products as a cleaner alternative to alcohol, opioids, and over-the-counter drugs.
What You Can Do Right Now
We can’t sit this one out. The good news? The bill doesn’t go into effect for a year, and there’s still time to fight back.
Here’s how you can help:
1. Contact Your Representatives
Ask your U.S. Senators and House members to oppose the hemp ban and instead support smart regulation—not prohibition.
Not sure what to say? Use this simple message:
“As your constituent, I oppose the new 0.4mg THC cap on hemp products. This ban will harm small businesses, farmers, and consumers. I urge you to support safe, sensible hemp regulation instead.”
Use tools from hempsupporter.com to email your representatives in seconds.
2. Support Pro-Hemp Legislation
Bills are already being introduced to reverse the damage and replace the ban with federal testing, labeling, and age restriction standards—things the industry has been requesting for years.
We’ll be watching closely and will continue to share action steps as they develop.
3. Shop With Purpose
Every MedRoots order supports a company committed to safe, plant-powered wellness. By continuing to support ethical brands, you help keep trusted businesses alive while we fight for legislative clarity.
Final Thoughts: This Isn’t Over
At MedRoots, we’re proud to offer thoughtful, wellness-focused CBD products that empower people to feel better—without relying on pharmaceuticals or high-potency cannabis. We believe in transparency, science, and your right to choose what works for your body.
This ban doesn’t just threaten businesses like ours—it threatens access to gentle, effective wellness options that people across the country rely on. But we’re not giving up—and we hope you won’t either.
Use your voice. Make the call. Stay informed. And keep showing up.
We’ll be right here, continuing to create products with purpose—and fighting for your right to use them.
