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Scientists Argue for New Definition of Hemp

CannaMD

Our current definitions of hemp and marijuana distinguish these separate varieties of the Cannabis sativa plant based on THC content. THC qualifies as hemp (which is CBD-dominant and cultivated by industrial hemp farmers nationwide for various purposes – especially, in recent years, to support the booming CBD industry).

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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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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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U.S. Trademark Trial and Appeal Board declines to register a hemp CBD company’s trademark,

Cannabis Law Report

Trademark Trial and Appeal Board declined to register a hemp CBD company’s trademark, citing the federal prohibition of CBD and saying the product meets the definition of a drug but has not been approved by the FDA. Federal Agency Rejects CBD Company’s Trademark. Ganjapreneur report.

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Bipartisan Group of Senators Introduces Bill to Regulate Hemp and Hemp-Derived CBD in Food

Cannabis Law Report

introduced legislation on May 21 to ensure hemp-derived cannabidiol (CBD) is regulated by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) like other ingredients used in dietary supplements, foods, and beverages. FDA has approved one drug, Epidiolex®, which contains CBD. US Senators Ron Wyden (D-Ore.), Rand Paul (R-Ky.),

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The Definite Guide to the Best Vape Pens for THC, CBD, and more in 2021

Cannabis Law Report

Well, before we get into the best vape pens for THC and CBD, it’s important to understand what vaping is. The definition of vaping is creating a vapor that one can inhale and exhale by heating liquid in an e-cigarette or vape pen. Most vape pens are designed for THC, or CBD uses hemp oil or wax. What is Vaping?

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What’s the Difference Between Hemp and Marijuana CBD Oil?

CannaMD

Few things cause more confusion in casual conversation than CBD oil. Although hemp-derived CBD oil and marijuana-derived CBD oil are often mistaken by non-patients as the same thing (“I don’t need a medical marijuana card, I can buy CBD at the gas station!”), And the good news?

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