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Beau Huch, quoted in a NJ Spotlight News article, warns that NJ's new law banning unlicensed hemp product sales could threaten $100 million in sales and put the state at a competitive disadvantage. He noted, “Litigation is highly probable,” as the law aims to remove unregulated products for public safety. Read the article here: https://bit.ly/4gHidy2

Looking for a career in government affairs? Join Porzio Governmental Affairs as a Government Affairs Associate in Trenton, NJ. Be at the center of the action, working on impactful projects, conducting research, and providing strategic support. If you're passionate about lobbying and making a difference, we want to hear from you! Learn more and apply: https://bit.ly/47xUuMq #NowHiring #GovernmentAffairsJob #NJLobbying

New Jersey’s hemp industry faces fresh challenges with Gov. Murphy’s new bill requiring a cannabis license for hemp sales. In a New Jersey Monitor article, Beau Huch, who represents hemp beverage companies, recognized the industry's efforts to limit minors' access but raised concerns that lawmakers missed a chance to use hemp tax revenue to support cannabis programs and bolster the broader industry. Read the article here: https://bit.ly/3AXaxqQ #NJPolitics #Hemp #Cannabis #NJ

Beau Huch shares insights in a NJ.com article about NJ’s new hemp law, which could impact the state’s hemp industry due to its stringent regulations and complex enforcement. While the law seeks to enhance safety and address public health concerns, it may also restrict adult access. Read the article: https://bit.ly/3Zl262H #NJPolitics #Hemp #Cannabis #NJ

Sal M. Anderton, VP and General Counsel at PorzioGov, and Porzio, Bromberg & Newman, P.C.'s Deirdre Wheatley-Liss recently attended the Morris County Chamber of Commerce’s Washington Update, featuring Congresswoman Mikie Sherrill. As leaders within the Chamber, Sal serves as Co-Chair of the Governmental Affairs Committee, and Deirdre is Chair of the Board of Directors. They are both committed to staying informed on key legislative updates and advocating for the business community. The event provided valuable insights into federal policy changes that could impact Morris County businesses.

Don’t miss Sal M. Anderton, VP & General Counsel, in a webinar hosted by the International Housewares Association. He'll break down New Jersey's new post-consumer recycled (PCR) content law, covering its background, manufacturers and products affected, PCR content requirements, compliance, exemptions/waivers, and penalties. He’ll also explore the future of Extended Producer Responsibility legislation in NJ. Learn more and register: https://bit.ly/3Mj7rA3 #Manufacturers #NewJersey #RecycledContentLaw

PorzioGov proudly represented New Jersey Speech-Language-Hearing Association (NJSHA) in helping craft the student literacy legislation signed by Governor Murphy on August 13. Lynn Nowak collaborated with key NJHSA stakeholders to shape the legislation that creates a Working Group on Student Literacy, ensuring that speech-language pathologists not only play a role in implementation but are included in the new professional development program for foundational literacy instruction. Read more: https://bit.ly/3AtuF3P

Tune into Sal M. Anderton on PPL Talking with Maria Perrin, Chief Growth Officer at Public Partnerships | PPL. They discuss NJ's racial and ethnic healthcare disparities and the Murphy Administration's efforts to address them, including improving access in underserved areas, enhancing cultural competency, and promoting self-directed care programs. Listen here: https://bit.ly/3A0ld7u #NJLeg #Healthcare #HealthEquity #SelfDirectedHealthcare

NJ's new hemp bill faces criticism from industry experts. Beau Huch tells NJ.com that slow approval by the Cannabis Regulatory Commission could create a de-facto ban on hemp products. He also highlights potential constitutional issues and economic impacts, such as high land costs limiting production, and warns that allowing liquor stores to sell hemp could give them an unfair advantage in the cannabis market. Read the article: https://bit.ly/3W0rxmR #HempIndustry #Legislation #NJLaw