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SB 599

Industrial Hemp: licenses; licensing and regulations for processing, brokering, and marketing industrial hemp, supplying industrial hemp seed, and engaging in wholesale of industrial hemp products; create. Creates new act & repeals 2014 PA 547 (MCL 286.841 - 286.859). TIE BAR WITH: SB 0600'25, SB 0601'25, SB 0602'25

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Rosemary Bayer and 3 co-sponsors

Michigan replaces its 2014 hemp law with new SB 599, establishing comprehensive licensing and regulations for hemp processing, brokering, marketing, and wholesale operations.

received on 12/17/2025
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Bill Summary · SB 599

Legislative bill overview

SB 599 creates a comprehensive new regulatory framework for Michigan's industrial hemp industry, replacing the existing 2014 law. It establishes licensing requirements and regulations for hemp processing facilities, brokers, marketers, seed suppliers, and wholesale product distributors.

Why is this important

Industrial hemp is a major agricultural and commercial sector in Michigan, and updated regulations affect farmers, processors, and businesses operating in this space. The bill's passage (30-5 vote) suggests bipartisan support for modernizing hemp industry oversight to address gaps in current law and potentially streamline licensing processes.

Potential points of contention

  • Definition and testing standards: The bill may establish new cannabinoid content thresholds or testing requirements that could conflict with federal regulations or impose compliance costs on small operators
  • Licensing fees and barriers to entry: New licensing structure could create financial or administrative barriers for small farmers and processors already operating under the 2014 framework
  • Interstate commerce restrictions: Regulations on brokering and wholesale may limit or expand market access depending on how product movement across state lines is handled
  • Environmental and pesticide oversight: Expanded processing and marketing regulations may introduce stricter environmental compliance requirements with unclear implementation costs

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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