House Committee Passes Amendment Redefining Hemp

In a significant legislative shift, the House Committee on Agriculture recently passed an amendment redefining hemp to exclude intoxicating cannabinoids. An introduction to Amendment 35 During a markup hearing on the Farm Bill, the House Committee on Agriculture advanced several amendments, among which Amendment 35 stood out. Voices in favor Proponents of Amendment 35 argue that regulating intoxicating hemp derivatives is crucial for public safety. This change comes amidst contrasting views among lawmakers and stakeholders about its implications for the domestic hemp industry. Ed Conklin, executive director of the U.S. Cannabis Council, also hailed the move as a necessary step toward ensuring safer hemp products devoid of unregulated intoxicants.