Bell Nunnally commercial real estate attorneys Partner Karen L. Hart and Associate Giuliana Hays-Angelelli examine sweeping federal changes poised to disrupt the hemp industry in their mg Magazine article, “Hemp D-Day: Preparing for the 2026 ‘Hemp-Killing Clause,’” with a focus on the impact to hemp retailers and landlords.

Hart and Hays-Angelelli explain that recent federal legislation included in H.R. 5371 imposes “total THC” standards and strict product caps, creating significant uncertainty and potentially rendering many hemp-derived products unlawful. As the November 2026 implementation date approaches, they caution that “contingency planning is not optional — it is essential,” highlighting the risk of lease defaults and financial exposure for both landlords and hemp tenants.

Calling the deadline “a potential real estate time bomb,” they urge stakeholders to audit agreements, negotiate protections and prepare for operational pivots now.

To read the full article, please click here.