In this episode, we’re sparking a conversation with Chris and Rachel from the Illinois Hemp Growers Association. Join us as we discuss the potential impact of House Bill 5903, which aims to reshape hemp regulations in Illinois by aligning them with federal standards. We dive into recent headlines around proposed state regulations and the growing tension between the hemp and cannabis industries.
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Links mentioned during show
- You can visit the Illinois Hemp Growers Association’s website here
- Support Illinois Hemp Growers Association on Patreon by clicking here
- Illinois Industrial Hemp Act amendments receive second notice – https://illinoisnewsjoint.com/illinois-industrial-hemp-act-amendments-receive-second-notice/
- Battle over Illinois hemp regulations heats up, again – https://illinoisnewsjoint.com/battle-over-illinois-hemp-regulations-heat-up-again/
- Article on Illinois cannabis testing lab
- Article that features Illinois Annual Cannabis Report here
- HB5903
- Outdoor Cultivation
- Illinois Department of Agriculture Policy Regarding Hemp and Hemp Derivatives in Medical and Adult-Use Cannabis Products – https://cannabis.illinois.gov/content/dam/soi/en/web/cannabis/documents/idoa/compliance-alerts/hemp-in-cannabis-product-policy-7-2024.pdf
- Fall veto session seems unlikely
- Democrats have Donald Trump’s second term in mind heading into Illinois legislature’s fall session
The Cole Memo 
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