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On the 2018 Farm Act: Can I Start Growing Hemp?

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The long-anticipated 2018 Farm Bill finally made its way to the President’s desk and Trump made hemp fans ecstatic when he signed it into law on December 20. No longer will the US have to depend on Chinese and Canadian imports to foster the legal hemp market in the ‘States. What It Means.

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Are CBD-Infused Alcohol Beverages Legal?

Canna Law Blog

As we previously explained , alcoholic beverages are regulated by federal and state laws. Cannabis is heavily regulated at the state level but unlike alcohol, it is—for the most part—strictly prohibited under federal law. Pre-Manufactured Alcohol Beverages Infused with Hemp. Drinks Infused with CBD Oil or Extracts.

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IRC § 280E is a Target for Cannabis Legal Reform in 2023

Canna Law Blog

She started with the States Reform Act (which has gone nowhere), but is now looking at the biggest issue for the industry next to banking: federal cannabis income taxes. After many attempts to get the SAFE Banking Ac t through Congress, I can say that the industry feels a little defeated on the federal front. Even if Rep.

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Hemp-CBD Across State Lines: Idaho

Canna Law Blog

In turn, states have the option to maintain primary regulatory authority over the crop cultivated within their borders by submitting a plan to the USDA. This federal and state interplay has resulted in many legislative and regulatory changes at the state level. The state legislature considered House Bill 122 earlier this year.

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Hemp CBD Across State Lines: What You Need to Know

Canna Law Blog

In turn, states have the option to maintain primary regulatory authority over the crop cultivated within their borders by submitting a plan to the USDA. This federal and state interplay has resulted in many legislative and regulatory changes at the state level. States are (mostly) consistent when it comes to hemp production.

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The Status of Cannabis Legalization in the South

Cannabis Law Report

These states haven’t made major headlines for their progressive cannabis policies, but together they constitute a major market that has, nevertheless, dipped its toe in the water. The law provides for up to 12 cultivator licenses, up to four processor licenses, up to four dispensary licenses, and up to five integrated facility licenses.

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USDA Announces Details of Insurance Programs for USA Hemp Producers

Cannabis Law Report

Among other requirements, to be eligible for the pilot program, a hemp producer must have at least one year of history producing the crop and have a contract for the sale of the insured hemp. Producers must report hemp acreage to FSA after planting to comply with federal and state law enforcement.