Hemp Industry Faces Regulatory Crossroads | Durham News

A new hemp industry showdown is brewing as lawmakers debate House Bill 328 — a bill that could either protect public safety or cripple the entire hemp sector. Supporters, including law enforcement, argue it’s needed to shield youth from risky THC products, while industry leaders fire back, saying they already test and label responsibly and shouldn’t be punished for the actions of a few. They propose licensing instead of bans, calling the bill fear-driven and overly broad. The fate of hemp businesses hangs in the balance as the bill’s final shape remains uncertain. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/e2ad0773cee98a5e