§ 14-303

(a) There is a Hemp Farming Program.

(b) The purpose of the Program is to:

(1) Promote the production of hemp in the State;

(2) Promote the commercial sale of hemp products in the State or outside the State;

(3) Facilitate the research of hemp and hemp products between institutions of higher education and the private sector; and

(4) Monitor and regulate the production of hemp in the State.

(c) The Department shall administer the Program.