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Nebraska Hemp & Cannabis Legislation Tracker

Tracking the evolving legal landscape of hemp and cannabis in Nebraska

Nebraska Hemp & Cannabis Overview

Nebraska has had a complex relationship with hemp and cannabis legislation. While the state has legalized hemp production following the 2018 Farm Bill, it maintains some of the stricter cannabis laws in the United States. This tracker provides up-to-date information on the current legal status, pending legislation, and resources for Nebraskans interested in hemp and cannabis regulations.

Current Legal Status

As of our last update, Nebraska has legalized hemp production with THC levels below 0.3%, but recreational and medical cannabis remain illegal. The state distinguishes between hemp (legal) and marijuana (illegal) based on the THC concentration.

Key Legislation

Nebraska Legislative Bill 657 (2019) aligned state law with federal law to allow for the cultivation, processing, and marketing of hemp. However, cannabis with THC levels above 0.3% remains classified as a Schedule I controlled substance in Nebraska.

Current Legislation

Below are the most significant pieces of legislation affecting hemp and cannabis in Nebraska:

Active Laws

Pending Legislation

Note: The legislative landscape is continuously evolving. This information was last updated prior to October 2024.

Legislative Timeline

2014

Federal Farm Bill allowed states to begin research programs for hemp cultivation.

2018

Federal Farm Bill removed hemp from the controlled substances list, defining it as cannabis with less than 0.3% THC.

2019

Nebraska Legislature passed LB 657, the Nebraska Hemp Farming Act, establishing a state hemp program.

2020

Nebraska Department of Agriculture received USDA approval for its hemp plan. First legal hemp growing season began.

2021

Medical cannabis ballot initiative failed to gather enough signatures after facing legal challenges.

2022

Regulations for hemp-derived products updated to address CBD and other cannabinoids.

2023

Nebraska updated hemp testing protocols and licensing requirements for growers and processors.

2024

Various hemp regulation bills introduced in the legislature to address transportation, processing, and retail sales.

Cannabinoid Legal Status in Nebraska

The legal status of various cannabinoids depends on their source and THC concentration. Below is a current overview of the legal status of common cannabinoids in Nebraska:

CBD

Legal when derived from hemp with THC concentration below 0.3%

Delta-9 THC

Illegal above 0.3% concentration; legal in hemp below 0.3%

Delta-8 THC

Legal gray area; technically legal if hemp-derived but interpretations vary

CBG

Legal when derived from hemp

CBN

Legal when derived from hemp

THCA

Illegal in high concentrations; legal in hemp below 0.3% total THC

CBC

Legal when derived from hemp

HHC

Legal gray area; status depends on interpretation of hemp derivatives

Note: Cannabinoid regulations are complex and evolving. This infographic provides a general overview but may not reflect the most current legal interpretations. Always consult with a legal professional for specific advice.

Nebraska Hemp & Cannabis Resources

Government Resources

Nebraska Department of Agriculture

Official hemp program information, licensing, and regulations

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Nebraska Legislature

Track current legislation related to hemp and cannabis

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USDA Hemp Program

Federal regulations and resources for hemp farming

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Industry Resources

Nebraska Hemp Association

Industry advocacy and networking for hemp farmers and businesses

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Nebraska Hemp Industries Association

Resources for hemp businesses and product manufacturers

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Midwest Hemp Forum

Regional resources and events for hemp farmers

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Research & Education

University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Agricultural research and extension resources for hemp cultivation

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Nebraska Hemp Research Initiative

Academic research on hemp varieties for Nebraska's climate

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Project CBD

Educational resources on cannabinoid science and applications

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