Protect the Future of Hemp: Urgent Action Needed on the Mary Miller Amendment

The future of hemp and its broader industry hangs in the balance—threatened by damaging legislative language tucked into two key bills currently making waves in Congress. The infamous Mary Miller Amendment has found its way into both the House Farm Bill and the FY 25 Agriculture/FDA Appropriations Bill—bills critical to the funding and shaping of agriculture policy nationwide.

This critical issue demands your attention. With impacts stretching across the hemp industry, agriculture, and the broader political landscape, it’s time to act.

What is the Mary Miller Amendment?

The Mary Miller Amendment is a proposal that, if passed into law, could hobble the hemp industry by imposing overly restrictive regulations and creating insurmountable barriers for growers, producers, and advocates alike. It threatens the innovation and vitality of an industry with untapped potential—one that supports local economies, promotes sustainability, and provides opportunities for small businesses.

Now attached to two key pieces of legislation, this amendment jeopardizes the progress made in developing hemp into a thriving sector of agriculture and wellness products. While neither bill has yet passed into law, waiting idly is not an option. Policymakers must be educated—and fast.

The House Farm Bill and FY 25 Appropriations Bill

These two bills carry enormous weight for the agricultural world, dictating funding, resources, and policy direction. However, with the Mary Miller Amendment embedded in both, these pieces of legislation could signal a debilitating blow to the hemp industry.

The House Farm Bill and FY 25 Agriculture/FDA Appropriations Bill are on the radar for lawmakers—but the fight to amend or remove this harmful language is far from over. With deliberations still underway in committees and future discussions on the House and Senate floors, now is the time to mobilize.

Why Taking Action Now is Crucial

Every message, email, and call adds weight to the issue. Congressional representatives and senators need to hear directly from their constituents—from you—to understand that the hemp industry's future matters. With the Mary Miller Amendment included, these pieces of legislation could:

• Stifle innovation in the hemp sector.
• Force small businesses to close their doors due to regulatory overreach.
• Reduce competition and diversity in the agricultural economy.
• Harm consumers who rely on affordable, responsibly sourced hemp-based products.

Your voice matters. The more we rally together, the louder the message becomes.

How to Contact Your Members of Congress

Getting involved is easier than you think. Here's a simple step-by-step guide to ensure your voice reaches the right policymakers:

1. Use Our Portal

Head to our contact portal and enter your ZIP code. This tool will automatically connect you with the appropriate representatives and senators.

2. Send a Personalized Message

Pre-populated messages are available, but we highly encourage you to personalize your message for maximum impact. Speak about:

• Why hemp is important to you.
• How damaging overregulation could harm local businesses, jobs, and consumers in your community.

 

Authentic, individual voices carry much more persuasive power than form letters.

3. Urge Specific Actions

• For Senators on the Agriculture Committee: Ask them to reject the inclusion of the Mary Miller Amendment in the Farm Bill deliberations.
• For U.S. Representatives: Call for their support to remove the amendment from both the House Farm Bill and FY 25 Appropriations Bill.

4. Follow Up

After sending your message, keep the pressure on! Even if you've already emailed, reach out again. Continuous engagement with your members of Congress demonstrates the urgency of this issue.

Why Personalizing Your Message Makes a Difference

Policymakers receive hundreds, sometimes thousands, of messages every day. The ones that stand out are specific, personal, and impactful. Share your story. Explain why the hemp industry is vital to you, whether you're a grower, a business owner, or someone who values hemp’s potential as a sustainable and innovative resource.

What’s at Stake for Hemp and Beyond

The outcome of these bills won't just affect hemp businesses—it will shape the future of sustainable agriculture, consumer wellness alternatives, and innovation in the U.S. Years of progress in normalizing hemp as a versatile and beneficial agricultural product will be undermined if legislation like the Mary Miller Amendment sets us back.

The ripple effects may include:

• Economic Impact: Loss of jobs and revenue as small businesses shut down under burdensome regulations.
• Consumer Access: Reduced availability of hemp-derived products that countless Americans use for health and lifestyle benefits.
• Stifled Innovation: Fewer opportunities to use hemp for eco-friendly goods, from textiles to plant-based plastics.

The stakes couldn’t be higher. Protecting the industry starts with protecting this legislation.

Time to Act: Join the Fight

The Mary Miller Amendment threatens to halt the progress of the hemp industry and could severely impact your livelihood, community, and access to hemp products. We have the power to prevent this—but we need your help.

🚨 Take Action Today:

• Visit our contact portal at myhealthyusa.org to connect with your representatives.
• Personalize and send your message urging them to eliminate the Mary Miller Amendment.
• Keep the pressure on—follow up and make your voice heard more than once.

Our collective action now can shape the future for an entire industry. Together, we have the opportunity to champion the hemp industry and ensure it prospers for generations to come.

The time to act is now. Protect the future of hemp—contact your members of Congress today!