January 2026 | Hemp Legality Updates - Indiana & Federal

January 2026 | Hemp Legality Updates - Indiana & Federal

Federal Hemp Update

The proposed Federal hemp ban is still being actively challenged.

Indiana Rep. Jim Baird, along with bipartisan co-sponsors, has filed language to delay any potential federal ban until 2028 with the goal of either stopping the ban entirely or rewriting it into something more reasonable and workable for farmers, veterans’ organizations, and small businesses.

Indiana Legislation: Two Bills, Very Different Outcomes

Senate Bill 250/House Bill 1285

THC Hemp Ban

House Bill 1130

Regulated 'Craft Hemp'

Bans any product with detectable THC  (including THC beverages & full spectrum CBD products)

Establish hemp regulation in Indiana through packaging/labeling requirements (21+) & business licenses for manufacturers, distributors, and retailers. 

As written, would remove most hemp products from the Indiana market 

 Allow hemp products to continue in Indiana

If passed could take effect as early as July 1 (& Possibly allowing additional time for businesses currently operating, although though details are still being clarified)

 If passed could take effect as early as July 1 (allowing additional time for businesses to obtain the proper license, although though details are still being clarified)

Who Supports : Senate Bill 250 & House Bill 1285 

Who Supports House Bill 1130

How to take Action 

Fight the Federal Ban

Fight the Indiana Ban

Example Call Script

"My name is ___, and I’m a constituent in ___. I’d like to express my concern over the proposed House Bill 1285 that would ban most hemp products in Indiana. this would devastate small buisnesses, local farmers & hoosiers like myself who rely on hemp prolducts for sleep, pain relief & alcohol alternatives. Please vote NO on Bill 1285 and YES on Bill 1130. Thank you for your time."

Regulation over Prohibition

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