Hemp producers should not need background checks

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Hemp producers should not need background checks

The hemp industry has emerged as a promising agricultural industry in recent years, offering economic opportunities and sustainable products. However, one significant hurdle faced by hemp producers is the requirement of fingerprinting and extensive background checks, which can be costly, time-consuming, and arguably unnecessary. In the U.S., before being stigmatized and criminalized in the 20th century, cannabis had a long history of use for var…