Bills · S 2112
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
Senate BillS 2112Agriculture and Food
HEMP Act of 2025
INTRO JUN 18· LAST ACTION JUN 18
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because it could significantly change the landscape for the American hemp industry. The current 0.3% THC limit is very low and often leads to farmers having to destroy entire crops if their plants unexpectedly exceed this threshold, even slightly, due to environmental factors or genetics. Raising the limit to 1% would provide much-needed flexibility for farmers, making hemp cultivation less financially precarious and potentially increasing the supply of domestically grown hemp.
If this bill becomes law, it could foster growth in the hemp market by allowing for more robust plant genetics and reducing the risk for producers. If it doesn't pass, farmers will continue to face the challenges and financial risks associated with the stricter 0.3% THC limit, potentially stifling innovation and growth in the industry. It also affects the clarity and consistency of regulations, as transporters would have clearer documentation requirements, and testing standards would be more uniform.
KEY PROVISIONS
4AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Changes the legal definition of hemp by increasing the maximum allowable Delta-9 THC concentration from 0.3% to 1%.
This provision provides a much larger buffer for hemp farmers, reducing the risk of accidental crop violations and potential destruction.
PROVISION 02
Requires all testing for Delta-9 THC in hemp and hemp products to meet a specific measurement of uncertainty not greater than 0.075%.
This ensures greater accuracy and consistency in laboratory testing, providing more reliable results for producers and regulators.
PROVISION 03
Mandates that anyone transporting hemp must carry either a valid license/authorization or a laboratory certificate confirming the hemp's THC content is within legal limits.
This provision aims to improve traceability and compliance during the transportation of hemp, reducing confusion and facilitating enforcement.
PROVISION 04
Directs the Secretary of Agriculture to revise federal regulations within 90 days to conform with these changes, without requiring a public notice and comment period.
This ensures a swift implementation of the new rules, but bypasses public input on the specific regulatory changes.
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ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSJUN 18
Introduced in Senate
JUN 18
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry.
BILL INFO
TypeSenate Bill
NumberS 2112
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedJun 18, 2025
Last actionJun 18, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · AGRICULTURE, NUTRITION, AND FORESTRY COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED JUN 18, 2025
Senate BillS 2112Agriculture and Food
HEMP Act of 2025
INTRODUCED JUN 18, 2025· LAST ACTION JUN 18, 2025
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