Illinois Hemp Crackdown Starts Nov 12 + IDOA announces 45 New Infuser Licenses | Ep 163

🚨 Illinois cannabis news, the Illinois hemp ban on Nov 12, Kentucky medical cannabis, the Missouri market study, and cannabis and A1C. Episode 163 of The Elevated News Podcast with Two Dope Dudes. Illinois says its hemp rules kick in November 12, 2026, no matter what the feds do. Are your THC drinks about to disappear from the shelf? Aaron and Dave break down what the new 0.4 mg THC per container rule really means, why Illinois medical sales have flatlined even with 155 dispensaries, and why Missouri's legal market is thriving while Illinois struggles. 🔥 IN THIS EPISODE ✅ Illinois medical cannabis sales plateau despite dispensaries jumping from 55 to 155 ✅ IDOA proposes 45 new infuser licenses (social equity criteria, $2,500 pre-application fee, and a possible lottery) ✅ Illinois hemp enforcement starts Nov 12, 2026 and what it means for THC drinks and hemp products ✅ Kentucky now has medical cannabis dispensaries open in all 11 licensing regions ✅ Missouri study finds legal sales capture 93% of the market, with consumers averaging $161.18 a month ✅ Dave's Conditional Cannabis Corner: cannabis and A1C, THCV, neuropathy, and type 2 vs type 1 diabetes ⏱️ TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Intro 00:58 Get that moisturizing routine down 02:58 Year 3 04:16 Reflecting on past guests 06:26 Plugs 07:36 YouTube comments 15:32 Illinois medical cannabis sales yet to increase despite more dispensaries 19:51 IDOA proposes 45 new cannabis infuser licenses 27:34 IDOR releases informational bulletin for hemp product changes 32:45 Kentucky announces medical cannabis access across all regions 34:45 First cannabis market study in Missouri finds legal sales are thriving 42:06 Nothing but the best! 42:51 Dave's Conditional Cannabis Corner: Cannabis and A1C 58:43 See you next time! 59:29 Outro 📰 NEWS ARTICLES DISCUSSED Illinois medical cannabis sales yet to increase despite more dispensaries: https://illinoisnewsjoint.com/illinois-medical-cannabis-sales-yet-to-increase-despite-more-dispensaries/ IDOA proposes 45 new cannabis infuser licenses: https://illinoisnewsjoint.com/idoa-proposes-45-new-cannabis-infuser-licenses/ IDOR releases informational bulletin for hemp product changes: https://illinoisnewsjoint.com/idor-releases-informational-bulletin-for-hemp-product-changes/ Kentucky Gov Office announces medical cannabis access across all regions: https://www.wkyt.com/2026/10/16/gov-office-announces-medical-cannabis-availability-across-all-licensing-regions/ First cannabis market study in Missouri finds that legal sales are thriving: https://www.maryvilleforum.com/news/state_news/first-cannabis-market-study-in-missouri-finds-that-legal-sales-are-thriving/article_08c13295-23b4-59a9-b7cd-35ca531c9565.html 💬 TELL US WHAT YOU THINK Are you stocking up on hemp drinks before November 12? Is Illinois getting cannabis wrong, or is it just us? Drop your take in the comments. We read every one and shout out the best ones on the show! 🌱 BuildASoil → https://buildasoil.com/?ref=supportdopepeople Use code SupportDopePeople for 5% off your order! 🌿 The Green Gro → https://thegreengro.com?sca_ref=4908674.J9aND9hTra Use code TwoDopeDudes for 5% off! ⚡ Dr. Dabber → https://www.drdabber.com Use "SDP" for 10% OFF Use "SDPGO" for 300 free ISO snaps with purchase of SwitchGo 🐦 Follow us on X https://x.com/twodopedudes 📸 Instagram https://www.instagram.com/support_dope_people 🎥 Subscribe on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@TwoDopeDudes 🔴 JOIN DAVE LIVE Thursday nights at 8 PM Central on YouTube. Come hang in the "high school basement" with a crew of grown-up friends who are finally smart about cannabis. https://www.youtube.com/@PeaceLoveandCope Thanks for hanging out with us every week. We appreciate every view, comment, share, and every one of you supporting independent cannabis news. This video is intended for educational, informational, documentary, and entertainment purposes only.All cannabis products discussed or reviewed in this video were obtained and consumed legally in compliance with applicable state laws by adults 21 years of age or older. The Elevated News Podcast and My Bud Jon do not sell, distribute, promote illegal activity, or encourage the misuse of cannabis or any controlled substances. Any opinions expressed are those of the hosts and guests and are not intended as medical, legal, or financial advice. Always consult qualified professionals regarding your specific situation. For mature audiences only. Viewer discretion is advised.