The federal conversation around hemp and cannabis is entering a pivotal new phase. On September 18 in Denver, Harris Sliwoski partner Jason Adelstone will moderate One Plant, One Policy, a fireside discussion at IgniteIt Denver Spotlight focused on the future of federal hemp regulation.
From cannabinoids and product standards to enforcement and consumer safety, policymakers are weighing how a single plant should be regulated in the years ahead. The decisions made at the federal level could significantly reshape the regulatory landscape for hemp and the businesses operating within it.
Jason will lead a discussion with Howard Lee, CEO of SōRSE Technology; Jordan Wellington, Managing Partner at Strategies 64; and Priyanka Sharma, Co-Founder and Co-CEO of Kazmira Therapeutics about the path toward a more coherent federal framework. The conversation will explore what meaningful reform could look like, where federal policy may be headed, and what a more unified approach could mean for the industry.
The panel will also consider the practical implications for operators. As federal policy evolves, businesses may face new compliance requirements and regulatory challenges, along with new opportunities. Understanding the direction of the conversation will be increasingly important for companies preparing for what comes next.
