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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. To find cannabis-friendly events in Illinois, visit here. La Shawn K.

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My experience at the 4th Annual Hemp Symposium

Illinois News Joint

Saturday marked the 4th Annual SIUC Cannabis Science Center Hemp Symposium and an opportunity for me to take a firsthand look at some of the cutting edge research done right here in southern Illinois. For information about the 5 th annual event, contact the Cannabis Science Center at cannabis-center@siu.edu.

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SIUC Hemp/Cannabis Symposium Sept. 9

Illinois News Joint

The Cannabis Science Center is scheduled to host the 4th annual Hemp/Cannabis Symposium at Southern Illinois University Carbondale Sept. The Hemp/Cannabis Symposium, themed “Controlled Environment Agriculture,” is set for Sept. Registration is required for the event. To find cannabis-friendly events in Illinois, visit here.

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Hemp bill could solve medical patient dilemma

Illinois News Joint

As reported earlier , HB4161 focuses mainly on safety concerns, including permits, licensing, testing, taxes, and a new Hemp Social Equity Fund, but HB4161 also contains amendments that would affect registered Illinois medical cannabis patients and cottage hemp operators as well. Seeds may not be given or sold to any other person.”

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Rep. Ford introduces Consumable Hemp Licensing bill

Illinois News Joint

La Shawn Ford to introduce a new bill for regulating hemp and delta-8 products. Last week, Ford introduced House Bill 4161 , the Consumable Hemp Licensing bill, which focuses mainly on permits, licensing, testing, taxes, and a new special fund known as the Hemp Social Equity Fund. 24-26 and Nov.

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Academic Cannabis Conference sets presenter schedule

Illinois News Joint

The Academic Cannabis Conference , produced by News Joint Events , is pleased to announce its full presenter lineup and schedule. at the Garden Grove Event Center in Carbondale on May 4. Sharma’s studies aims to offer strategic insights to inform cultivation practices and optimize cannabinoid production. 4:00 p.m. –