North Carolina companies making hemp-derived THC seltzers and edibles are nervously watching to learn whether a deal to end the government shutdown in Washington could also target the hemp industry. Why it matters: Low-dose THC seltzers have become popular across the state in recent years — even providing a bright spot for many struggling craft brewers who have seen sales slump.

Legal experts say implementation is ultimately up to each state, including in New York, which legalized recreational marijuana in 2021.