On November 12, 2025, our government did the unthinkable. By sneaking a hemp ban into the Continuing Resolution (CR) Spending Bill required to re-open the government, they took ethical hemp derived cannabinoids and cannabis legality away from millions of honest, law-abiding citizens overnight. This underhanded move was a devastating blow to all those who rely on hemp and cannabis not just for recreation, but for genuine health benefits. 

Legal hemp products, including CBD oil and THCA flower, have provided countless Americans with relief from pain, anxiety, and many other ailments. For them, cannabis is not merely about getting high; it's a lifeline, a natural remedy that enhances their quality of life. Now, due to this hasty and unjust legislation, these same people—who adhered to the law and responsibly used these products—are suddenly stripped of their rights. They face a grim choice: buy products on the black market and risk falling on the wrong side of the law, or unfairly suffer without the remedies that kept them well. 

The 2018 Farm Bill recognized the importance of hemp and cannabis for its vital benefits, legally supporting and regulating it for all Americans. Now, that protection has been obliterated. This is not just a regulatory inconvenience; it's a regressive step that threatens health, prosperity, and freedom of choice. Studies have consistently shown the benefits of hemp-derived cannabinoids, and removing these options is a disservice to the American people.

Since the passage of the 2018 Farm Bill, states have invested millions of taxpayer dollars to build the infrastructure needed to implement its provisions. While there have been legal challenges, these typically revolve around disputes over "definitions" and "ambiguities." States have collaborated within their own coalitions and with their representatives to determine the best solutions for their needs. However, some legal questions remain unresolved in the courts, such as the legality of Decarb testing and the distinction between total THC and THC percentages.

With the hemp ban implemented on November 12, all of this work effectively goes to waste. Millions of taxpayer dollars spent on infrastructure and regulatory systems will now have no purpose, as the very Farm Bill that created this 28 BILLION DOLLAR INDUSTRY and the need for them has been fundamentally altered. At this stage, the federal government should consider decriminalizing marijuana entirely, especially given that 40 states already permit legal marijuana use—a clear majority of the country. Continuing to fight against cannabis appears driven by personal or special-interest agendas rather than the will of the people. The public has spoken: forty states, three territories, and the District of Columbia allow the medical use of cannabis products, and 24 states plus Washington, D.C., have fully legalized recreational cannabis.

Americans deserve access to products that are safe, non-lethal, and beneficial. Just as alcohol has served many purposes throughout history, cannabis has too—and law-abiding citizens should not be treated like criminals or made to suffer over access to a plant. This is no longer a partisan issue; it is a bipartisan, nationwide issue supported across the political spectrum. From Christians to atheists, Republicans to Democrats, from young adults to seniors, men and women—Americans overwhelmingly support sensible cannabis policy.

The current hemp ban may remove some highly potent cannabinoids like THC-P, but it also sweeps far too broadly, outlawing full-spectrum CBD oils that contain more than 0.4 mg of THC per package. By counting THCA and THC together as “total THC” under the 0.3% limit, the ban effectively eliminates safe, legal THCA flower as well. If regulation is necessary, then regulate appropriately as many of the STATES have been doing on their own already—but not in a way that destroys an entire industry people have invested in, built, and relied on. This “putting the genie back in the bottle” approach risks devastating small businesses, harming hemp farmers, and eliminating hundreds of thousands of jobs.

If restoring the original 2018 Farm Bill definitions is not possible, then lawmakers should pursue comprehensive legislation that decriminalizes hemp-derived cannabinoids and ensures legal, accessible cannabis options for all Americans.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) attributes tens of thousands of deaths each year to alcohol, yet there is no federal ban on it. Alcohol is legal nationwide for adults over the minimum drinking age, despite its well-documented health risks. Excessive alcohol use is a major contributor to chronic diseases—including cirrhosis, heart disease, stroke, and several cancers. The CDC estimates that more than 95,000 deaths annually in the U.S. are caused by excessive drinking, not including accidental deaths. Globally, the World Health Organization (WHO) reports approximately 2.6 million alcohol-related deaths per year.

Alcohol poisoning can be fatal, and the CDC records thousands of deaths from acute alcohol overdose each year. Alcohol use is also a major factor in motor vehicle accidents, violent crime, and domestic incidents.

Cannabis, by contrast, presents a very different risk profile:

Overdose: A fatal overdose from cannabis alone is considered virtually impossible. The amount required to reach a toxic dose is far beyond what a human could physically consume.
Chronic health impacts: Long-term cannabis use has not been shown to cause premature death in otherwise healthy individuals, nor has it been conclusively linked to cancer in the way alcohol has.
Accidents: While cannabis can impair motor skills, research indicates that its impact on crash risk is significantly lower than alcohol’s when controlling for other factors. Although the number of fatal crashes where cannabis is detected has increased, THC can remain in the body for weeks, meaning a positive test does not necessarily indicate impairment at the time of the incident. Risks do increase, however, when cannabis and alcohol are used together. 

Why is a plant that offers far greater medicinal value—and genuinely helps millions of Americans, including those who rely on products sold in gas stations and convenience stores—being fought so aggressively? How is it that a natural product with such broad therapeutic benefits faces constant resistance, while far more harmful substances remain federally legal and widely accepted? The question deserves honest consideration.

Government is supposed to be OF THE PEOPLE, FOR THE PEOPLE, and BY THE PEOPLE. The people in the United States have spoken in an overwhelming majority in this country that they want legal cannabis access and WE THE PEOPLE demand the reinstatement of the 2018 Farm Bill, allowing for the legal cultivation, production, and use of hemp and hemp-derived cannabinoids. This bill is crucial for innovation, economy, and public health. Moreover, legalizing and protecting HDCs, CBD oil and THCA flower and defends individual rights and underpins a significant sector of agricultural and medicinal economics in the United States.

Join us in urging our leaders to rethink this drastic hemp ban. Sign this petition to uphold the freedom and well-being of millions of Americans who deserve access to safe, legal hemp and cannabis products.