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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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...
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...
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.
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.
The DC’s Jamie Weinstein: Legal Hemp Not Far Enough
Yesterday, conservative political blog The Daily Caller published a story about an industrial hemp bill introduced by Kentucky Senators. Jamie Weinstein...
Industrial Hemp Farming Legislation Reintroduced in Congress
House Bill 525, the Industrial Hemp Farming Act of 2013, amends the Controlled Substances Act to exclude industrial hemp from the definition of marijuana.
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Senate Committee Approves Kentucky Hemp Bill
The Kentucky hemp bill has been approved by the state's Senate Agricultural Committee. The bill would legalize industrial hemp production in Kentucky.
Mitch McConnell Endorses Kentucky Hemp Bill
Senator Mitch McConnell (R-KY), endorsed pending legislation in his home state that seeks to reintroduce industrial hemp cultivation there.
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Kentucky Hemp Bill Gains Support, Opponents Misinformed
Kentucky's hemp bill seems likely to pass, but the state police oppose it because they think hemp fields will hide marijuana crops. Wrong!
Industrial Hemp Reform Emerging from Marijuana Legalization Election Victories
One of the major public policy & business fronts to end cannabis prohibition in America is to pressure the federal government for industrial hemp reform...
Bill Introduced to Decriminalize Marijuana in Indiana
A bill introduced this week by Indiana Sen. Karen Tallian (D-Portage) would remove criminal penalties and the threat of jail time for possession of small...
Product Review: Oregon Hemp Works Soap
Oregon Hemp Works (OHW) is gaining in popularity and notoriety across the West Coast. These unique body care products...
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Advocates of Industrial Hemp Point to Kentucky's Past As Top Producer
Kentucky Agriculture Commissioner James Comer and Republican US Sen. Rand Paul are among those pushing to revive industrial hemp in the state. ..
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If Voters OK Hemp, Unclear if Farmers Would Grow It
Farmers may not be in a rush to grow hemp if cannabis legalization passes in Washington, Oregon and Colorado. Farmers who say they have enough to worry...