Showing posts with label Chillum - Ybor City. Show all posts
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Sunday, March 26, 2023

Tampa hemp businesses concerned about newly-proposed restrictions

Chillum Dispensary in Ybor City

Carlos Hermida has been selling hemp products out of Chillum Dispensary in Ybor City for the past five years. He said he got into the industry to help people – especially veterans – experiencing anxiety, insomnia and pain.

“They come to us because they can’t afford medical marijuana," Hermida said. "They can’t be part of that system, so they come to us. If we’re not here, they’re going to go to the black market. If these bills pass, a lot of my customers are going to become criminals overnight.”

Hermida is referring to a pair of bills filed in the Florida Senate and House of Representatives that would add more regulations on hemp.

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