For decades, states have experimented with cannabis policy, yet the outcomes remain clear: criminalization hasn’t reduced use, protected communities, or dismantled illegal markets. What has changed is the national conversation. With 24 states now allowing adult use and 40 embracing medical programs, leaders across the political spectrum are beginning to rethink not if reform should happen, but how to do it responsibly.

This article breaks down the key distinctions between hemp, CBD, and adult-use cannabis, helping you better understand what smart, effective reform can look like.

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