Navigating Wyoming’s Hemp Legislation: A Fight for Fairness

At Platte Hemp Company, we are committed to not only providing quality hemp products but also advocating for the rights of businesses and consumers in Wyoming. Recent legislative developments have significantly impacted the hemp industry in our state, and we find ourselves at the forefront of a legal battle to protect our livelihood and your access to hemp-derived products.

Understanding the Legislative Changes

In March 2024, Wyoming enacted Senate File 32 (SF 32), a law that redefines hemp and imposes stringent restrictions on hemp-derived products, particularly those containing psychoactive compounds like delta-8 THC. This legislation, which took effect on July 1, 2024, bans the production and sale of hemp products containing synthetic substances and certain psychoactive cannabinoids, effectively prohibiting products with delta-8 THC (WyoFile, 2023).

The Legal Challenge
In response to SF 32, Platte Hemp Company, alongside several other hemp businesses across Wyoming, filed a lawsuit challenging the constitutionality of the new law. We argue that the ban is overly broad, infringes on our rights, and contradicts the federal definition of hemp established in the 2018 Farm Bill, which legalized hemp and its derivatives containing less than 0.3% delta-9 THC (Oil City News, 2024).Despite our efforts, a federal judge denied our request for a preliminary injunction to halt the enforcement of SF 32 while the case proceeds. The court ruled that the 2018 Farm Bill does not prevent states from enacting stricter regulations on hemp products and that Wyoming's law does not violate the Constitution (MJBizDaily, 2024).
Current Status and Our Commitment
While this ruling is a setback, it is not the end of our fight. We have filed an appeal with the Supreme Court and are currently awaiting our hearing. In the meantime, we are actively seeking support from our community to sustain our legal efforts. Every contribution, no matter the size, helps us continue this battle for the rights of Wyoming residents and businesses (Platte Hemp Company, n.d.).
How You Can Help
Your support is crucial in this ongoing fight. Donations to our legal fund are tax-deductible and directly contribute to our efforts to challenge this restrictive legislation. Together, we can work towards a future where hemp products are accessible, and businesses can operate without undue interference.

Support Our Legal Fight for Hemp in Wyoming
Here’s the link to our GoFundMe page—every contribution helps us stand up for hemp rights across the state. Thank you for your support!

https://www.gofundme.com/f/veteran-and-woman-owned-small-wyoming-business?utm_campaign=p_lico+share-sheet-first-launch&utm_medium=email&utm_source=customer

References

MJBizDaily. (2024). Wyoming ban on hemp-derived THC products survives court challenge. Retrieved from https://mjbizdaily.com/wyoming-ban-on-hemp-derived-thc-products-survives-court-challenge/

Oil City News. (2024). Vendors launch suit asking federal judge to intervene on Wyoming’s delta-8 ban. Retrieved from https://oilcity.news/crime/2024/07/01/vendors-launch-suit-asking-federal-judge-to-intervene-on-wyomings-delta-8-ban/

Platte Hemp Company. (n.d.). Online Store. Retrieved from https://www.plattehempwy.com/

WyoFile. (2023). Ban on delta-8, ‘psychoactive’ hemp substances advances to Wyoming Legislature. Retrieved from https://wyofile.com/ban-on-delta-8-psychoactive-hemp-substances-advances-to-wyoming-legislature/

Please note: The legal landscape is continually evolving. For the most current information, consult legal experts or official state resources.

Navigating Wyoming’s Hemp Legislation: A Fight for Fairness

Table of Contents

Understanding the Legislative Changes

The Legal Challenge

Current Status and Our Commitment

How You Can Help

References

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