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Residents and hemp business owners press county to reject ban; council holds Bill 15
Summary
Dozens of public commenters urged the Saint Louis County Council to reject Bill 15’s proposed ban on certain hemp-derived products and instead create a regulatory framework; law enforcement urged stricter controls for youth safety. Council moved to hold Bill 15 for committee on Sept. 9, 2025.
Public comment at the Aug. 19 Saint Louis County Council meeting centered on Bill 15, the proposed intoxicant and cannabinoid control code that would affect the sale of hemp-derived products in the county. Dozens of speakers — including hemp business owners, veterans and trade-organization representatives — urged the council to reject a ban and instead adopt clear regulation to protect consumers and small businesses.
“All of these responsible retailers fully support measures that protect consumers and children,”…
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