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SB 601

Industrial Hemp: other; cross-references to industrial hemp research and development act within the industrial hemp growers act; amend. Amends secs. 103, 211, 303 & 307 of 2020 PA 220 (MCL 333.29103 et seq.). TIE BAR WITH: SB 0599'25

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Rosemary Bayer and 4 co-sponsors

SB 601 updates cross-references in Michigan's industrial hemp law to align research regulations and clarify grower compliance requirements.

referred to Committee on Regulatory Reform
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Bill Summary · SB 601

Legislative bill overview

SB 601 amends Michigan's industrial hemp law by updating cross-references and procedural language within the Industrial Hemp Growers Act (2020 PA 220). The bill coordinates with related legislation (SB 599) to align the hemp research and development provisions across multiple sections of the statute.

Why is this important

Industrial hemp is a growing agricultural commodity in Michigan with applications in textiles, food, and other products. Clarifying and updating statutory cross-references ensures consistent regulatory oversight, reduces legal ambiguity for growers and researchers, and facilitates proper implementation of hemp research and development programs that could boost the state's agricultural economy.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope of changes unclear: The bill's brevity makes it difficult to assess what substantive changes are being made versus purely technical corrections—stakeholders may have different expectations about regulatory impact
  • Tie-bar dependency: The bill's effectiveness depends on companion legislation (SB 599) passing; if SB 599 fails or diverges, coordination problems could emerge
  • Stakeholder input timing: The bill passed the Senate with minimal recorded opposition (28-7) but committee referral suggests potential concerns about unexamined effects on growers, researchers, or hemp industry participants

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

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