Industrial Hemp Act of 2023

This bill clarifies federal regulations for industrial hemp by defining it as Cannabis sativa L. material from stalks, seeds (excluding cannabinoid resin), or viable seeds used for fiber, grain, or other non-intoxicating products. It requires hemp producers to formally designate their crop as "industrial hemp" or "hemp for any purpose" and establishes visual inspections with documentation requirements to verify compliance. States and tribes cannot impose stricter production rules than federal standards, though they may enforce penalties for misdesignating crops (e.g., 5-year program ineligibility for knowingly producing non-industrial hemp). The bill affects hemp producers, state agricultural agencies, and tribal governments by standardizing federal oversight and reducing regulatory overlap.