Nebraska

The state of Nebraska has already passed a hemp agricultural pilot program, which lets state agencies and universities produce industrial hemp under a limited pilot program. The Farm Bill mandated that the Department of Agriculture must submit guidelines for hemp cultivation to the federal government for approval.
In the state of Nebraska, anyone looking to grow, process, handle, or broker industrial hemp must submit an application with the Department of Agriculture and pay the fees associated with that. All hemp and hemp-derived CBD items must also be subjected to testing for THC concentration by a state-licensed testing facility.
On May 30, 2019, the Nebraska Hemp Farming Act (LB 657) was signed into law by Republican Gov. Pete Ricketts, bringing Nebraska's cannabis and hemp laws in line with the 2018 Farm Bill. CBD oil produced from a cannabis or hemp plant that contains less than 0.3 percent THC is legal under both the Farm Bill and the Nebraska Hemp Farming Act.

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1. Brief info

  •  Is CBD Legal in Nebraska?
 The products that contain less than 0.3% THC are federally legal in Nebraska.
  •   Who Can Buy CBD in Nebraska? 
Individuals at the age of 18 or over.
  •    Who Can Grow CBD Products in Nebraska?
People that have a license issued by the government.
  •     Who is protected from criminal offenses regarding CBD use?
The ones who didn’t exceed the dosage and possession limits of CBD
  • More in-depth information about the state regulations and laws

2. Nebraska CBD laws

On May 30, 2019, the Nebraska Hemp Farming Act (LB 657) was signed into law by Republican Gov. Pete Ricketts, bringing Nebraska's cannabis and hemp laws in line with the 2018 Farm Bill. CBD oil produced from a cannabis or hemp plant that contains less than 0.3 percent THC is legal under both the Farm Bill and the Nebraska Hemp Farming Act. The state of Nebraska has already passed a hemp agricultural pilot program, which lets state agencies and universities produce industrial hemp under a limited pilot program. The Farm Bill mandated that the Department of Agriculture must submit guidelines for hemp cultivation to the federal government for approval. While the Nebraska Hemp Farming Act doesn't name CBD explicitly, it does state that legitimate hemp includes any derivative, extract, or cannabinoid with less than 0.3% THC. Because of the subtle ambiguity in the text, some potential CBD vendors and lawmakers are uncertain if CBD is entirely legal under the new rules. Prior to the passage of the Nebraska Hemp Farming Act, Republican Attorney General Doug Peterson issued a memo stating that CBD was still categorized as a Schedule 1 substance by the state despite being in an FDA-approved drug or authorized by UNMC. In September 2019, after the hemp farming bill was passed, there has been no update from the attorney general on whether or not he will change his position.

 Licensing Requirements

In the state of Nebraska, anyone looking to grow, process, handle, or broker industrial hemp must submit an application with the Department of Agriculture and pay the fees associated with that. All hemp and hemp-derived CBD items must also be subjected to testing for THC concentration by a state-licensed testing facility. The sale of unapproved CBD products is classified as the sale of a controlled substance in Nebraska. The unlawful cultivation or sale of a controlled substance can result in a $25,000 fine and up to 20 years in prison.

Where to Buy CBD Products Legally In Nebraska?

Although there are a few CBD stores in Nebraska, the number of these businesses are predicted to increase following the passage of LB 657. CBD products can be purchased from state retailers or dispensaries. The brand's official website also sells CBD online. The product pages should provide information to help people determine whether the company's items fulfill the standards established by the Nebraska Hemp Farming Act. The following Nebraska health and wellness or CBD businesses carry at least an A grade from the Better Business Bureau: American Shaman Omaha Populum CBD Remedies CBD Therapy for People and Pets Hemp-derived CBD products from reputable companies with good ratings and accreditations from the Better Business Bureau are trustworthy since they have been evaluated in terms of transparency, customer service, and ethical business practices.

Medical Cannabis in Nebraska 

In Nebraska, there are no qualifying conditions or a medical program.

Steps to Receive a Medical Marijuana Card in Nebraska  

Step 1: Book an Appointment

Visit a certified physician and get a document confirming your condition, and that treatment with cannabis is appropriate. 

Step 2: Application

Fill in the online application and pay the required fees.

Step 3: Receive the Card 

After the approval, you will receive your card. 

Nebraska CBD possession limits

If you have hemp-derived CBD, it is legal as long as hemp is cultivated and sold under state rules. If convicted of possessing CBD originating from a non-regulated source, you face jail time and fines. A first offense of possession of up to 28.35 grams of cannabis is treated as a violation with a $300 fine. As a second or third offense, possession of up to 28.35 grams is punishable by a $500 fine and five to seven days in jail. Possession of  28.35-454 grams of cannabis, is a misdemeanor with a $500 fine and three months in jail. Possession of more than 454 grams, is a crime with fines including $10,000 and five years in prison.

3. Notes

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  2. Bloomsbury Publishing (2010). Dictionary of Medical Terms. Bloomsbury Publishing. p. 139