major alcohol industry groups have actively lobbied against THCA and other hemp-derived THC products, viewing them as competitive threats to beer, wine, and spirits. Motivation: Alcohol companies, including members of the Distilled Spirits Council and the Beer Institute, argue that the 2018 Farm Bill's "loophole" allows unregulated intoxicating products to flood the market, undercutting their sales. Actions Taken: In November 2025, a coalition of alcohol associations sent letters to Congress urging an immediate ban on intoxicating hemp products until a robust federal regulatory framework is established, aligning with 39 state attorneys general. Political Influence: This lobbying effort has successfully influenced legislation, such as a provision in the 2025 federal funding bill that restricts total THC to 0.4 milligrams per container, effectively criminalizing most current hemp-derived THC edibles and beverages. Industry Split: While large alcohol producers and major trade groups pushed for a ban, some alcohol distributors and wholesalers advocated for regulation and taxation rather than prohibition, seeking to integrate hemp THC into the existing alcohol framework.

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