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Budget conference: Agreement reached on funding of state hemp program
The program was a priority for Senate Appropriations Chair Rob Bradley.
The program was a priority for Senate Appropriations Chair Rob Bradley.
Wednesday's floor discussion showed sticking points remain within the legislation.
The hemp program has hit several speed bumps since its establishment.
Hemp, vapes would carry felony penalties.
Senate budget head Rob Bradley is a hemp proponent
Senate, House each have bills live.
SB 1876 passed the Senate committee on a unanimous vote.
CBD has been sold for years without any governmental oversight in Florida, until last week.
No grow permits until feds greenlight state rules.
Budding hemp program faces startup challenges.
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