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Update: January 23, 2026
There’s important news out of Washington that directly affects the hemp products you know and trust. Today, bipartisan legislation called the HEMP Act was introduced in Congress, aimed at creating clear, nationwide rules for hemp-derived products like CBD. For years, hemp has existed in a legal gray area, with different states making different rules - causing confusion for consumers and uncertainty for responsible brands and farmers. This bill is a step toward replacing that patchwork with sensible federal oversight focused on safety, transparency, and access.
That said, the work isn’t finished. Lawmakers still need time to get this right, which is why a separate bipartisan proposal to extend current hemp protections is so important. That extension would help ensure your favorite hemp products remain available while Congress builds a fair, science-based framework that protects consumers without banning products people rely on every day. Your voice matters in this moment, and staying informed and engaged can help shape the future of hemp.
What You Can Do Right Now
Advocacy is urgently needed because, under the current hemp ban set to take effect on November 12, 2026, nearly all full-spectrum CBD products would become illegal, regardless of how responsibly they’re made or how many people rely on them.
If hemp products matter to you, now is the time to speak up. Contact your Senators and Representatives and ask them to support a two-year extension that protects access to legal hemp while Congress works toward smart, science-based regulation. It only takes a minute, and your voice helps ensure consumers shape the future of hemp.Take Action Here
Already reached out? Do it again. Haven’t yet? Your message makes a difference. And if you can, share the link with friends and family who rely on hemp too.
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At Upstate Elevator, we’ve been making compliant hemp products since 2017. Over the years, we’ve weathered challenges, but the federal hemp bill passed last November represents the most serious threat we’ve ever faced. This legislation could wipe out the majority of hemp products on the market—including drinks, gummies, tinctures, pet products, and capsules that so many of you rely on for wellness, relaxation, and sleep support*.
The Good News
Your favorite Upstate Elevator CBD and hemp THC products are still completely legal and available today. The law doesn’t go into effect until November 13, 2026, giving us some, but not much time to fight for sensible hemp regulations.
A Bigger Coalition Is Stepping In
This fight isn’t just coming from hemp brands.
Even major alcohol industry groups like the Wine & Spirits Wholesalers of America are now advocating for clear, federal regulation of hemp-derived products.
They’ve launched a dedicated initiative calling for smart oversight that protects consumers while keeping compliant products accessible.
This kind of support signals something important: the future of hemp isn’t fringe. It’s part of a broader, regulated marketplace that serious industries are investing in.
We Won’t Back Down. We’re Fighting To:
Protect your access to hemp and CBD products
Safeguard consumers
Defend the livelihoods of our 30 Vermont employees
Advocate for clear THC limits, rigorous testing, age verification, and fair tax structures that benefit communities
Products at Risk
While technically allowing items under 0.4 mg THC per container, the new law would ban all of the following products:
CBD Gummies
CBD Capsules
CBD Tinctures
CBD Topicals
CBD for Pets
Hemp THC Drinks
Hemp THC Gummies
FAQs
Can I still buy Upstate Elevator products?
Absolutely. Our CBD and hemp-derived THC products are still legal and available today. Nothing changes for you right now.
Shipping Note: Some states have long-standing regulations that affect our ability to ship hemp products. These rules existed before the new federal hemp bill and continue to apply. Shipping is available exclusively within the continental United States.
When does the law take effect?
November 13, 2026. That gives us a full year to work with lawmakers to protect hemp and CBD products.
Why is this bill such a threat?
The bill would outlaw most hemp products on the market, including items our community relies on for wellness, relaxation, sleep, and safe alternatives to alcohol.
What is Upstate Elevator doing about it?
We’re teaming up with the Hemp Beverage Alliance to advocate for clear THC limits, rigorous testing, age verification, and fair tax structures. We’re committed to keeping products safe, accessible, and legal.
How can I help?
Over the next year, we’ll need our community’s support. You can stay informed and join the effort here → 3 Ways To Get Involved
Join Us As The Fight for Hemp Continues
Since we started, so many of you have shared how our products have changed your lives. It’s been a true honor to hear these stories and it breaks our hearts to think these products could be taken away.
Thanks to your support, hundreds of thousands of emails and calls helped 24 Senators stand with hemp despite misinformation. Over the next year, we’ll need your voices again to defend access, protect wellness, and shape the future of hemp.
For now, take care of yourself, keep enjoying our products, and stay tuned. This battle is just getting started.
- The Upstate Elevator Team
