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You may have seen THCa flower marketed online as “100% federally legal hemp.” Many patients assume that means it’s safe and law-abiding—but that’s only half the story. Once smoked or vaped, THCa converts into Delta‑9 THC, the psychoactive compound still regulated under federal and many state laws.

In a major policy development, President Donald Trump’s 2026 federal budget proposal includes language that would eliminate a key safeguard protecting state-level medical marijuana programs from federal interference. This marks a significant shift in tone at the federal level—and it’s a wake-up call for medical cannabis patients everywhere.

Texas is pushing a ban on Delta-8 and Delta-9 THC, and the fallout could reach patients in Florida, Missouri, and beyond. Learn how this leg

In a surprising turn of events, Tampa police recently raided Smokey Jones Smoke Shop, Florida’s first licensed hemp retail company, seizing over $200,000 worth of products. The store’s owner asserts that all items were compliant with federal and state laws.