A slate of new rules and regulations for Georgia’s hemp industry went into effect on Tuesday. Among them are a ban on hemp food products and age restrictions for people under 21.
The changes come as a result of S.B. 494 which was signed into law in April. The Georgia Hemp Farming Act enacts a slew of regulations that impact the entire supply chain — from growers to retailers.
“I’m grateful to the General Assembly for passing this legislation that puts in place necessary guardrails to protect Georgia’s children and communities as this industry evolves,” Gov. Brian Kemp said in a press release.
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