The South Dakota House Agriculture & Natural Resources Committee held a hearing Thursday on HB1191, which would legalize the growth, production and processing of industrial hemp in the state.
Bill sponsor, Representative Oren Lesmeister of Parade, says its not a miracle crop…

J.B. Meyer of A.H. Meyer & Sons of Winfred told the committee that it would be a good addition to their beekeeping business….

Jenna Howell with the Department of Public Safety opposed the bill, saying there are still many details at the federal level that are unclear..

The bill passed out of committee unanimously with a do pass recommendation and will next be heard on the House floor.