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Free to Grow Act of 2023

12/15/2023, 3:55 PM

Summary of Bill HR 1428

The Free to Grow Act of 2023, also known as Bill 118 hr 1428, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to provide support and resources to children and families who have been impacted by substance abuse and addiction.

One of the key provisions of the Free to Grow Act is the establishment of a grant program that would provide funding to states and local communities to implement prevention and treatment programs for children and families affected by substance abuse. These programs would focus on early intervention, education, and support services to help prevent substance abuse and provide assistance to those who are already struggling with addiction.

Additionally, the bill aims to improve coordination and collaboration among federal agencies, state governments, and community organizations in order to better address the complex issues surrounding substance abuse and addiction. This includes promoting evidence-based practices, data collection, and evaluation to ensure that resources are being used effectively and efficiently. Overall, the Free to Grow Act of 2023 seeks to address the growing problem of substance abuse and addiction in our society by providing comprehensive support and resources to children and families in need. It represents a bipartisan effort to tackle this issue and make a positive impact on the lives of those affected by substance abuse.

Congressional Summary of HR 1428

Free to Grow Act of 2023

This bill repeals a federal provision barring individuals with certain felony drug-related convictions within the past 10 years from obtaining a license to grow hemp.

Hemp is a variety of Cannabis sativa (the same plant as marijuana) which is grown to produce nonpsychoactive food, beverage, and consumer products. In 2018, Congress legalized hemp production.

Current Status of Bill HR 1428

Bill HR 1428 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 7, 2023. Bill HR 1428 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on March 7, 2023.  Bill HR 1428's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Nutrition, Foreign Agriculture, and Horticulture. as of April 4, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1428

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
20
Democrat Cosponsors
16
Republican Cosponsors
4
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1428

Primary Policy Focus

Agriculture and Food

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 1428

Free to Grow Act of 2023
Free to Grow Act of 2023
To amend the Agricultural Marketing Act of 1946 to repeal the prohibition for certain individuals convicted of a felony offense to participate in hemp production, and for other purposes.

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