To amend the Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agency Appropriations Act, 2026, to delay the implementation of amendments made by such Act to the hemp production provisions of the Agricultural Marketing Act of 1946.
Bill Summary
Delays changes to the rules for growing hemp that were set to take effect. This delay affects the implementation of new hemp production regulations.
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Bill Journey
- Jan 12, 2026
- May 20, 2026You Are Here
The committee will review the bill, debate amendments, and vote on whether to advance it to the full chamber.
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The full chamber debates the bill, may amend it, and votes on whether to pass it.
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If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.
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If passed by both chambers, the bill goes to the President to sign into law or veto.
Why It Matters
Hemp farmers and producers will be affected as they will not have to comply with the new regulations as soon as originally planned. This delay gives them more time to adapt to the changes.
Impact Areas
Support & Opposition
- Democratic1
- Republican4
Documents
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Cosponsors (4)
Bill Details
- Food
- Economy
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