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South Carolina's CBD Retailers Sound the Alarm on H.3924

As South Carolina prepares for a critical legislative vote this week, hemp and CBD retailers across the state are raising their voices against the proposed bill H.3924. This legislation poses a significant threat to the local wellness industry, with business owners, consumers, and advocates for small businesses urging immediate action to reject the bill.

Understanding the Concerns

The proposal outlines broad definitions that would effectively ban most hemp and CBD products currently available in the market. Retailers argue that the legislation would not only drive customers towards licensed liquor stores but also severely limit access to wellness products that many individuals rely on for their health and well-being. The implications of this could be devastating for small enterprises in the state, many of which have built their brands around providing safe, high-quality hemp-derived products.

Patrick Shatzer, a representative from Sunmed™, the largest hemp and CBD retailer in the United States, emphasizes the need for reasonable compliance standards that protect consumer choices without dismantling the entire hemp industry in South Carolina. “We are advocating for science-based safety standards alongside compliance measures that ensure the safety of consumers while allowing the industry to thrive,” he states.

The Call to Action

Retailers are mobilizing support and encouraging individuals to take action by contacting their local House members to express their opposition to H.3924. Here are steps consumers can take:

1. Find Your Legislators: Utilize the South Carolina Legislature's official website by entering your home ZIP code to identify your elected officials.
2. Reach Out Directly: Once identified, reach out through social media platforms like Facebook and X, or through public comments to voice your concerns directly.

It is essential for citizens to understand that their voices play a crucial role in preserving the local wellness industry, and they are urged to advocate for a