Arizona

HB2179 would monopolize hemp under the Arizona marijuana regulatory framework and criminalize the hemp industry. HB 2179 specifically targets marijuana advertising and does not explicitly mention hemp or hemp-derived products. However, the bill’s broad language, especially regarding THC-containing products and intoxicating cannabinoids, could have serious implications for hemp businesses, particularly those selling full-spectrum CBD and other hemp-derived products containing THC. 

SB 1556, which we’ve previously reported on, has been amended to effectively ban all hemp products that are not beverages. SB 1556 would redefine industrial hemp to exclude any product made to be ingested except Adult Hemp Beverages. The bill’s definition changes mean that tinctures, gummies, capsules and other ingestible products made with hemp-derived cannabinoids would no longer be legal and current businesses selling hemp products (outside of beverages) would lose access to legal sales. This jeopardizes small business, farmers, and consumer access to hemp products in Arizona.  

If you live or own a business in Arizona, please use this state action center to contact your legislators today.