OLCC updates panel on hemp, marijuana and federal developments; industry urges changes if rescheduling proceeds

Jan 13, 2026

OLCC officials briefed legislators Jan. 13 on Oregon’s split regulatory system for adult-use marijuana, medical marijuana and hemp; described a new hemp product registration and labeling regime and urged monitoring of recent federal actions, including a Dec. 18 executive order on rescheduling and appropriations language that could redefine hemp by November 2026. Industry witnesses highlighted the potential tax relief from changes to 280E if rescheduling occurs.

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The House Interim Committee heard a multi-agency panel Jan. 13 on cannabis regulation, hemp product registration and recent federal developments.

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