TBA Law Blog


Posted by: Stacey Shrader Joslin on Nov 6, 2025

A ban on Tennessee's most popular hemp products will be delayed at least six months, through the end of June, a state board has decided. The delay will allow hemp licenses issued before Dec. 31, to expire before the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission takes over full enforcement from the Agriculture Department, according to the Chattanooga Times Free Press. A recently passed state law envisioned the commission having full authority as of Jan. 1, 2026. The commission will start some regulatory duties in January, including overseeing age limits and non-compliant products for retail.