Advocacy

House Bill 1008 (HB 1008), an act legalize the growth, production, and transportation of industrial hemp in the state, made its way through the legislative process and was signed by the governor on March 27, 2020. Due to the emergency clause, the law went into effect immediately.  Representative Lee Qualm (pictured right) was the bill's prime sponsor. The Association continues to work with the SD Department of Agriculture as well as other agencies to ensure timely implementation of thew law for producers and processors in the state .