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SB 265: A Smarter Path Forward for North Carolina Hemp Regulation
on Jul 15 2025
While HB 328 threatens to ban much of the hemp industry, SB 265 offers a balanced, safety-first approach to protect consumers, farmers, and small businesses.
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HB 328: A Wolf in Sheep’s Clothing – Why Hidden Provisions Threaten NC’s Hemp Industry
on Jul 10 2025
HB 328 may appear to protect youth, but hidden clauses threaten the very survival of North Carolina's hemp economy. From felony penalties to sky-high license fees, here’s what lawmakers aren’t telling you.
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Protect the Future of Hemp: Urgent Action Needed on the Mary Miller Amendment
on Jan 13 2025
The hemp industry faces a dire threat from the Mary Miller Amendment, a proposal embedded in the House Farm Bill and FY 25 Agriculture/FDA Appropriations Bill. If passed, it could impose burdensome regulations, stifling innovation, forcing small businesses to close, and reducing consumer access to hemp products. This amendment endangers not only the hemp sector but also sustainable agriculture and economic diversity. Now is the time to act. Educate policymakers, contact your representatives through our easy-to-use portal, and personalize your message to emphasize the importance of protecting hemp’s future. Together, we can safeguard this vital industry for generations to come.