A Tom Cotton–led group wants the Justice Department to investigate Chinese-linked criminal networks in U.S. marijuana and hemp markets as federal hemp THC rules shift in November and December.

A 29‑day reprieve pushes most federal hemp restrictions to December 11, but no long‑term framework is in place. Here’s how the split deadlines hit DMV delivery, retail and compliance.

A short federal extension would push the hemp THC product ban to December 11, with a carve-out for certain synthetics on November 12—leaving delivery and retail plans in limbo.

Dueling coalitions urge Congress to regulate—not ban—hemp THC products, as a temporary delay and carve-outs shape a high-stakes federal deadline.