Lawful Hemp Protection Act

The Lawful Hemp Protection Act establishes a comprehensive federal regulatory framework for hemp-derived cannabinoid products to ensure safety, quality, and consumer protection. It defines specific hemp products, prohibits the sale of items containing artificially modified cannabinoids like HHC or THCP, and mandates strict labeling requirements including THC milligram counts and health warnings. The bill creates a new tax on these products, requires manufacturers and wholesalers to obtain federal permits, and enforces a three-tiered distribution system for hemp beverages to prevent market consolidation. Additionally, it allows Medicare Advantage plans to cover these products for chronically ill patients and directs funds toward impaired driving enforcement and consumer safety oversight.