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New hemp bills in conflict with IDOA proposed amendments

Illinois News Joint

Two identical hemp regulation bills were introduced in the Illinois State legislature this week. House Bill 5306 and Senate Bill 3790 , with identical wording, add a plethora of regulatory provisions to the Illinois Industrial Hemp Act and other Acts. La Shawn K. Ford introduced HB5306, and Sen.

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Why child-resistant cannabis packaging is so important

The Cannigma

2 3 Why is packaging so important? An example of infused snacks available for purchase online in California In the US, thanks to prohibition , every legal state – medical or recreational or both – has its own packaging rules and regulations. 6 What about unregulated cannabis edibles?

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Illinois Hemp regulation battle continues

Illinois News Joint

Stakeholders’ ongoing battle over hemp regulations in Illinois continued this week. Lakesia Collins renewed their call to move forward with their proposals for hemp regulations and taxation ( House Bill 5306 , House Bill 4161 , and Senate Bill 3790 ). New sponsored legislation from Sen. Kimberly A. La Shawn K. Ford and Sen.

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Florida Passes Hemp Bill Without THC Cap

Veriheal

And while hemp and marijuana are essentially from the same plant, their difference is in their legal status based on the concentration of THC. Hemp typically contains 0.3% On Tuesday, May 2, 2023, the Florida House approved a bill that imposes no THC caps on hemp products. or less THC and produces no intoxicating effect.

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Oregon Cannabis 2023: Legislative Forecast and Report

Canna Law Blog

The 2023 Oregon legislative session kicked off yesterday. ” Specifically, it has also voiced opposition to any local tax increase (could be a real fight), thrown support behind social consumption (like every year; not happening) and addressing wasteful and onerous packaging requirements (a good idea). HB 2505 below.

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Virginia Governor Calls for Amendments to Restriction Bill That Protects Patient Access to CBD Products

Veriheal

Glenn Youngkin has publicly declared legislative changes that could result in a major reduction in high-inducing hemp-derived products that have been largely unregulated in Virginia. However, hemp industry members have prompted Gov. The total THC concentration was also increased to 0.3%.

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Illinois court orders HBI to stop misleading advertising

Illinois News Joint

Republic Brands , a leading distributor of rolling papers and smoking accessories, recently released a press announcement after it obtained a permanent injunction in a federal lawsuit against HBI that requires HBI to cease making claims about its RAW® Organic Hemp rolling papers.