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BillHR 7024 · 119

Hemp Planting Predictability Act

Introduced
Jan 13, 2026
Cosponsors
36
Traction
0
Last Action
May 20, 2026

Bill Summary

Regulates hemp planting by establishing predictable rules for farmers. Requires the US Department of Agriculture to create stable guidelines for hemp production.

Sponsored By

James R. Baird
Republican · Indiana · House

Bill Journey

  1. Jan 13, 2026
  3. May 20, 2026You Are Here

    The committee will review the bill, debate amendments, and vote on whether to advance it to the full chamber.

  4. TBD

    The full chamber debates the bill, may amend it, and votes on whether to pass it.

  5. TBD

    If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.

  6. TBD

    If passed by both chambers, the bill goes to the President to sign into law or veto.

Why It Matters

This bill affects hemp farmers and the hemp industry by providing them with clear and consistent regulations to follow. It also impacts consumers of hemp products by potentially increasing the availability and quality of these products through more predictable farming practices.

Impact Areas

Sample
Addresses Supply
Targets an underlying shortage driving costs.
Supports Families
Aimed at easing pressure on working households.
Long-term Impact
Effects compound across multiple budget cycles.
Expands Access
Lowers barriers for first-time participants.

Support & Opposition

Sponsor & cosponsor support by party
33backers
  • Democratic15
  • Republican18
Cross-party cosponsors15 · 47%

Documents

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Cosponsors (36)

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Bill Details

Bill TypeHouse Bill · Federal
Primary TopicFood & Agriculture
CommitteeCommittee on Forestry and Horticulture
IntroducedJan 13, 2026
Last UpdatedMay 20, 2026
Latest ActionReferred to the Subcommittee on Forestry and Horticulture.
Subjects
  • Food

Summary and impact analysis written by Judy (KnowGov's enrichment AI). Bill metadata, status, sponsor, and any floor votes from Prism. Sections marked “Sample” are placeholders not yet connected to live data.