To: Governor Kay Ivey, Members of the Alabama Legislature, and State Regulatory Agencies

Subject: Oppose SB132 – Protect Alabama Small Businesses and Consumer Access to Hemp-Derived Products

We, the undersigned, strongly oppose Alabama Senate Bill 132 (SB132), which seeks to classify Delta-8, Delta-9, and Delta-10 THC products as Schedule I controlled substances—the same category as heroin and LSD.

This unnecessary and economically damaging prohibition will harm small businesses, reduce state revenue, limit consumer access to wellness products, and disproportionately impact rural and low-income residents. Moreover, this bill appears to be financially motivated rather than grounded in actual public health concerns.

 🔹 Why We Oppose SB132
1. Economic Devastation for Small Businesses & Lost Revenue
- The hemp-derived cannabinoid industry supports thousands of Alabama small businesses across farming, manufacturing, and retail.
- A ban would force businesses to close, eliminate jobs, and push consumers toward black market alternatives or out-of-state retailers.
- The state will lose millions in tax revenue, money that could fund schools, healthcare, and infrastructure.
2. Public Health & Consumer Safety
- Hemp-derived cannabinoids provide safe alternatives for anxiety, pain relief, and sleep disorders.
- Restricting legal sales will drive consumers to unsafe, unregulated markets, increasing health risks.
- Studies show no recorded deaths from regulated hemp-derived THC, unlike alcohol and opioids.
3. Disproportionate Impact on Rural & Low-Income Communities
- Rural areas already struggle with healthcare access—making THC prescription-only will create an even greater barrier.
- Many Alabama residents cannot afford regular doctor visits or prescription medication pricing.
- Health insurance restrictions will prevent many from accessing THC products even if prescribed.
4. Alcohol & Tobacco Are Legal, But This Isn’t?
- Alcohol kills over 140,000 Americans annually (CDC), yet remains legal.
- Tobacco kills over 480,000 per year (CDC) but is still widely available.
- There are no known overdose deaths from Delta-8 THC, yet it is being targeted for prohibition.
5. This Bill Benefits Corporations, Not Citizens
- Pharmaceutical companies oppose natural THC products because they can’t patent them—this ban protects their profits.
- Lobbying and campaign contributions may be influencing politicians rather than science or public health data.
- There is no solid justification for this ban—the only explanation is that financial interests are at play.
 
🔹 What We Demand
We respectfully urge Alabama lawmakers to:

• Reject SB132 and protect legal access to hemp-derived cannabinoid products.
• Support small businesses that rely on these products for survival.
• Implement reasonable safety regulations instead of an outright ban.
• Recognize the public health benefits of hemp-derived cannabinoids.
• Stop prioritizing corporate interests over citizen rights.

A ban on these products will harm Alabama's economy, limit public access to safe wellness alternatives, and deepen distrust in government decision-making. We demand a sensible, fair, and science-based approach to regulation.

🔹 Sign Below to Take Action!
By signing this petition, I affirm my opposition to SB132 and my support for consumer rights, small businesses, and medical freedom in Alabama.

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📞 How to Contact Your Representatives
Along with signing this petition, reach out to your state representatives directly using this email template:

"Subject: Opposition to SB132 – Protect Small Businesses & Consumer Rights

Dear [Representative's Name],

I am writing as a concerned Alabama citizen regarding Senate Bill 132 (SB132), which proposes banning hemp-derived cannabinoid products. This legislation would cripple small businesses, reduce tax revenue, limit consumer freedom, and disproportionately impact rural and low-income residents.

Instead of banning these products, Alabama should implement reasonable regulations that ensure product safety without harming businesses or public access. Alcohol and tobacco remain legal despite their well-documented harms—so why is THC, which has no recorded overdose deaths, being criminalized?

This bill seems to serve corporate interests rather than the people of Alabama. Pharmaceutical companies oppose natural cannabis products because they threaten prescription drug sales. Citizens deserve choices, not corporate-driven policies.

I urge you to vote NO on SB132 and support common-sense regulations instead of prohibition. Please let me know your stance on this issue—I will be following this closely.

Sincerely,
[Your Name]
[Your Contact Information]"

 

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🚀 Next Steps
✔ Sign and share this petition!
✔ Email/call your representatives—tell them to vote NO on SB132!
✔ Encourage small business owners to display this petition in their stores!