Texas Hemp Crackdown: Texas will ban most hemp-derived THC products starting Friday, keeping only low-dose delta-9 THC legal, while retailers face steep new registration fees. State Enforcement Push: Virginia Attorney General Jay Jones announced a Regulated Products Enforcement Unit to target illegal vapes, THC and hemp-derived products, kratom, and other emerging intoxicants. Local Zoning for CBD: A city approved Unified Development Ordinance updates that add special permits and distance rules for drug rehab facilities and tighten regulations for CBD/hemp stores. Policy Fight in NC: North Carolina hemp beverage sellers are urging lawmakers to reject a bill that would ban most hemp products over 0.4mg THC per container. Market Pressure in Vermont: Vermont cannabis prices are reported to be about double Massachusetts, with officials pointing to a smaller, more craft-focused supply model. Drug Enforcement Abroad: NDLEA says it arrested 49 suspects in Edo in July (including 29 women) and seized thousands of kilograms of illicit drugs, including cannabis. Legal/Activist Challenge: Conservation groups sued the federal government to stop a Mojave Desert groundwater-draining project tied to a private pipeline. Ohio Cannabis Bill: Ohio lawmakers advanced HB611 to expand adult-use opportunities for certain medical cannabis processors and license holders. International Seizures: Hong Kong Customs seized about 18kg of ketamine and 3kg of cannabis at the airport, arresting two passengers.