Legalizes hemp beverage production and sale in Mississippi, regulates hemp product manufacturing, and imposes penalties for violations.
The Mississippi Hemp Cultivation Act legalizes the manufacture and sale of hemp beverages in Mississippi, subject to specific regulations. Hemp beverages are defined as nonalcoholic beverages containing no more than 0.3% THC. The bill mandates that hemp product manufacturers, distributors, wholesalers, and retailers obtain licenses and submit quarterly reports. It imposes a 3% excise tax on hemp products and fines for selling unapproved products. The bill also outlines penalties for violations, including fines and imprisonment.
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