RELATING TO HEMP.
Summary
Repeals redundant regulations on hemp production, which will reduce costs for the State and Hawaiʻi farmers. Amends hemp law in a manner that recognizes the unique constraints of Hawaiʻi farmers, while protecting human health. Allows licensed hemp producers to sell hemp biomass. Requires transparency in labeling of hemp products to identify the percentage of Hawaiʻigrown hemp or hemp product in all hemp products. Requires and appropriates moneys for the Department of Health to hire or consult a toxicologist or consultant familiar with hemp industry standards for the purpose of setting defined action limits or exposure levels for different types of hemp products. Extends the State's hemp processor law through 7/1/2027. Repeals on 7/1/2027.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2023
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Jan 25, 2023
Last action Dec 11, 2023
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Full legislative history
Actions timeline
Total actions
4
Key actions
0
Committee
1
Jan 30, 2023
Senate · Referred to committee
Referred to AEN/CPN, WAM/JDC.
Jan 25, 2023
Senate · Introduced
Introduced.
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Ron Kouchi
DDemocratic
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