California Senate Approves Industrial Hemp Bill
The prospects for SB 566 are very good. Unlike past industrial hemp bills, this version does not go into effect until it is authorized by federal law
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Sacred Cannabis Usage Throughout History
Despite its bad rep as a munchies inducing, motivation stealing recreational drug, cannabis is considered by many a sacred plant. Cannabis usage has played...
Colorado Governor Signs Marijuana Bills
Colorado Gov. John Hickenlooper signed four bills to establish a legal, marijuana market and begin the development for industrial hemp production.
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Forbes: Hemp a Win-Win for Economy and Environment
A comprehensive article on Forbes explains the history of hemp prohibition, the usefulness of the hemp plant and economic reasons for the US to legalize it.
Study: Hemp Seed Oil Benefits Multiple Sclerosis Patients
The consumption of hemp seed nutritional oil and a restricted diet is associated with significant improvement in subjects with multiple sclerosis.
Hemp Legalization Amendment Introduced for Farm Bill
Sen. Ron Wyden (D-OR) Monday introduced an amendment to the omnibus farm bill to allow farmers to grow industrial hemp.
Colorado Home to Nation's First Hemp Crop
Farmer Ryan Loflin is currently overseeing the first hemp crop in the US in 60 years, which of course comes just a few months after Amendment 64...
The Lotus Eco Elise: Sexy and Sustainable Hemp Car
The Lotus Eco Elise takes “green” automotives to a whole new level of sustainability. Lotus is not worried...
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WA House Approves Bill to Distinguish Marijuana From Hemp
In a vote of 95-1, the WA House passed a bill that would classify marijuana as part of the cannabis plant that contains more than 0.3% THC-A and Delta-9 THC
Hemp: Unlimited Fuel for the Green Rush
The industry is stunted by federal regulations which outlaw commercial hemp production. In 2011, total sales of hemp food & beauty care products exceeded...
Congress Predicts Current Congress Will Legalize Hemp
Along with his general optimism for where the issue is going, Blumenauer predicted that the current Congress will legalize hemp growing.
Federal Marijuana Legislation: Stalling Without Support
In response to public outcry, numerous Congresspersons are working to transform regulations with a variety of federal marijuana legislation measures.
Kentucky Industrial Hemp Legislation Becomes Law Without Governor’s Signature
On Friday, April 5th, Governor Steve Beshear of Kentucky stated that he will let Kentucky’s industrial hemp measure become law without his signature...
Kentucky: House and Senate Lawmakers Pass Industrial Hemp Legislation
House and Senate lawmakers yesterday passed an amended version of Senate Bill 50, “An Act relating to industrial hemp.”
Oregon State Offers World's First industrial Hemp Course
Oregon State University's College of Forestry & Department of Wood Science and Engineering have announced a course covering all aspects of industrial hemp.
The Green Rush is Spreading Across America
Cannabis deregulation is opening up so many new possibilities that economists are comparing it to the Gold Rushes of the 1800's.
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Ohio Hemp and Medical Marijuana Amendment Launches
The amendment would legalize medical marijuana and allow cultivation of hemp. ORG President John Pardee claims this could provide up to 1 million new jobs.
Kentucky Poll Finds Majority Support for Medical Marijuana, Industrial Hemp
A bill to make medical marijuana legal for certain conditions and ensure safe access for patients, S.B. 11, was introduced this session by Sen. Perry Clark.