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Florida retail hemp shows high traces of lead contamination
The origin may be on the retail side.
The origin may be on the retail side.
The federal government legalized hemp as an agricultural product in 2018.
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.
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