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Introduced
02/25/2026
02/25/2026
In Committee
03/06/2026
03/06/2026
Crossed Over
03/05/2026
03/05/2026
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
RELATING TO INDUSTRIAL HEMP; AMENDING SECTION 22-1705, IDAHO CODE, TO ES- TABLISH WHEN NEGLIGENT VIOLATIONS OCCUR; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
AI Summary
This bill amends existing Idaho law concerning industrial hemp to clarify when a "negligent violation" occurs, meaning a violation that is not intentional but arises from a lack of reasonable care. Specifically, it states that hemp producers will not be considered to have committed a negligent violation if their hemp is grown solely for grain or fiber, if they have made reasonable efforts to keep the hemp within the acceptable THC (tetrahydrocannabinol, a compound found in cannabis) level as defined by state rules and the state hemp plan, and if the hemp's total THC concentration does not exceed one percent on a dry weight basis. The bill also declares an emergency and sets an effective date of July 1, 2026, indicating its immediate importance.
Committee Categories
Agriculture and Natural Resources
Sponsors (0)
No sponsors listed
Other Sponsors (1)
Ways and Means Committee (House)
Last Action
Introduced, read first time; referred to: Agricultural Affairs (on 03/06/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://legislature.idaho.gov/sessioninfo/2026/legislation/H0772/ |
| BillText | https://legislature.idaho.gov/wp-content/uploads/sessioninfo/2026/legislation/H0772.pdf |
| Fiscal Note/Analysis - Statement of Purpose / Fiscal Note | https://legislature.idaho.gov/wp-content/uploads/sessioninfo/2026/legislation/H0772SOP.pdf |
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