The Illinois Department of Agriculture proposed amendments to the state’s Industrial Hemp Act that would wreak havoc for hemp products. Under the proposed rules, hemp that has not been tested, including unharvested hemp crops, would be deemed cannabis. Further, a license would always be required when transporting hemp, effectively meaning that consumers would need a license to buy hemp products and take them home. These proposed rules are poorly drafted and confusing and would have unintended consequences.

Please urge legislators to oppose the proposed rules at their hearing next week. Our technology makes it super easy. Once you input your zip code, the appropriate email or state petition will populate—with the joint committee’s email address already identified and an editable message prepared. With a simple click of the button, lawmakers will hear your voice loud and clear. Additionally, you can mail written comments to the Joint Committee on Administrative Rules, 700 Stratton Office Building Springfield, IL 62706.