Is CBD Retail ‘Essential’? Shuttered Hemp Retailers Fight To Stay Open Alongside Grocery, Marijuana Stores
Texas is a strong example of the essential-or-not patchwork facing CBD retailers
Hemp production has been classified as “essential” by the federal government during the coronavirus pandemic.
But the classification doesn’t extend to retailers selling hemp and CBD — and some retailers told to shut down during the coronavirus response are asking authorities to reconsider and designate them “essential” businesses.
They point out that many states classify medical and recreational marijuana dispensaries as “essential” and that some customers rely on CBD products for anxiety relief during this time of crisis.
The state of Texas is a strong example of the essential-or-not patchwork facing CBD retailers.
Some Texas counties are allowing CBD shops to remain open if they practice acceptable social distancing by providing phone and online orders, curb-side delivery and other services.
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