Wyoming Hemp Ban Bill Heads to Legislature: What You Need to Know
November 8, 2023
In a narrow 6-8 vote, the Wyoming Legislature’s Joint Judiciary Committee passed a bill proposing a ban on hemp substances containing synthetic or ‘psychoactive’ components. This move has sparked intense debate among lawmakers, with concerns ranging from potential bans on CBD products to impacts on the hemp farming industry. Despite divided opinions, the bill is advancing, drawing attention to the controversial compound delta-8 and its presence in Wyoming’s rapidly growing hemp market. The bill’s fate will be decided when it reaches the Wyoming Legislature’s budget session in February 2023.
