Tribal Resources
Federal Agency Tribal Cannabis Resources
In recent years, some tribes have pursued marijuana cultivation programs on tribal lands. Some tribes have implemented lucrative marijuana programs, whereas others are facing strong resistance from state and federal drug enforcement agencies. The following resources discuss topics related to marijuana legalization in Indian Country, including tribal law and governance related to marijuana and federal and state laws that might affect marijuana legalization in Indian Country. Resources related to the tribal industrial hemp industry, which is often used as a framework for discussion of potential tribal marijuana industries, are also provided.
USDA Farm Bill - Hemp Research Roadmap
Hemp has great potential for uses in food, feed, fiber, and other industrial products that can improve the livelihoods of U.S. producers and offer consumers biobased products. However, the hemp industry is young and, therefore, it is critical to engage with stakeholders to identify needs from those investing in the hemp arena. Learn more in this USDA Farm Bill PDF.
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