I once asked my Dad what the 70’s were like, and he replied, “Oh, it was a beautiful time, Collin! A beautiful time!” I’m sure it was.
That’s also how I’ve been describing THC edibles and the current state of Delta-9 regulation in Wisconsin to anyone who will listen: a beautiful time, but one that won’t last long. Regulation is coming.
Right now, we’re tracking only one proposal, but it’s a big one. Wisconsin legislators have floated expanding the definition of “marijuana” under current law to capture derivatives like Delta-10 and THCA, which could potentially make them illegal. Based on some early (and admittedly very preliminary) sponsor memos, it’s also possible the bill could impose hard limits on Delta-9 and other derivatives when used in food products.
We’re watching this closely and will share details as soon as the official bill text is available. For now, you can read the sponsors’ press release here.
What you can do now
If this industry matters to you (and it does to a lot of Wisconsinites) now is the time to make your voice heard. Call your state representatives. Tell them what this industry means to you, your business, and your customers. This is especially true for brewers and beverage producers who have invested in developing hemp-derived THC products as part of Wisconsin’s broader craft industry.
Thanks for reading.