Andy Gould

Co-Founder at BATCH. Fighting for the Hemp Industry 🇺🇸

[Andy Gould @theandygould]

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[Andy Gould @theandygould]

@RepMGriffith @POTUS Thank you @RepMGriffith

[Morgan Griffith @RepMGriffith]

Thank you @POTUS for your leadership on promoting access to Hemp-derived CBD.

I agree Congress must deliver on important reforms, and after years of working on this issue, my HEMP Act is one potential solution to address this important policy.

[Andy Gould @theandygould]

@TrumpDailyPosts Hemp is an awesome industry and deserves to be saved. Thank you Mr President

[Commentary Donald J. Trump Posts From Truth Social @TrumpDailyPosts]

𝗗𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹𝗱 𝗝. 𝗧𝗿𝘂𝗺𝗽 𝗧𝗿𝘂𝘁𝗵 𝗦𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗣𝗼𝘀𝘁 𝟬𝟲:𝟮𝟮 𝗣𝗠 𝗘𝗦𝗧 𝟬𝟰.𝟮𝟯.𝟮𝟲

In December, I signed a very important Executive Order calling for Research and Innovation for Hemp-derived CBD — Something that has made a HUGE difference for so many people. In fact, ONE in FIVE adults used it in the past year, and many say it improved their chronic pain enormously. Our wonderful Dr. Mehmet Oz moved fast to follow the directive in the Executive Order, and launched a model for some Seniors earlier this month. But more must be done! I am calling on Congress to update the Law to ensure that Americans can continue to access the full-spectrum CBD products they have come to rely on, and that help them, while preserving Congress's intent to restrict the sale of products that pose Health risks. We must get this done RIGHT and FAST, especially for those who saw that CBD helps them. Plus, I am told it will also help our GREAT FARMERS, who we love, and will always be there for. Please get it done, and SOON. Thank you for your attention to this matter! President DONALD J. TRUMP

[Andy Gould @theandygould]

@RomanEcom Have them write and film an ad themselves for their favorite product at home

[Andy Gould @theandygould]

@jimhigdon @myhempreviews Yeah my company is in the US hemp roundtable and we don’t even sell beverages

The USHR is advocating for politically reasonable THC limits. The options are that or the death of the whole industry (which might happen anyway)

[Andy Gould @theandygould]

@iamshackelford Definitely - I was moreso responding to the post you were quoting

[Andy Gould @theandygould]

There is a safe and legitimate side to the hemp industry

Synthetics line THCp, d8 etc need to be taken off shelves - undoubtedly

But this prohibition bans all full spectrum CBD and safe, low-dose THC products. It effectively wipes out the entire industry

The hemp industry is a rural success story. It’s built on Main Street- farmers, scientists, production workers, retail. It’s one of the industries whose promise is not reserved for tech/AI elites

Hemp deserves a fighting chance in an open debate. Better regulation is necessary, but this prohibition is recklessly destructive

The livelihoods of thousands of farmers and hundreds of thousands of honest hard working professionals are at stake

[US Hemp Roundtable @HempRoundtable]

IT’S NOT OVER!! 🚨 We have 365 days to regulate, NOT ban.

We are set out on a 365-day mission with our eyes set on regulation – thanks to the dedication from @SenRandPaul!

Check back in for updates on how you can stay involved and help #SaveHemp!

[Andy Gould @theandygould]

@KobeissiLetter 300,000+ jobs killed in the hemp prohibition

Thousands of small farmers devastated

A $28B wiped overnight in a knee jerk overreaction

Regulation is needed. Prohibition helps no one

[Andy Gould @theandygould]

HEMP PROHIBITION FOR BEGINNERS 📝🌱

On November 10th, 2025 - @SenMcConnell sneakily inserted language into the appropriations bill (the one that ended the record-long government shutdown) that will ban hemp-derived products nationwide, effective November 2026.

McConnell's prohibition will devastate the entire $28B hemp market - including CBD and safe, low-dose THC products that the industry is built on. It's a knee-jerk overreaction to a few bad actors (synthetics, gas station products, etc).

The hemp industry does need better regulation to eliminate these bad actors, but prohibition is beyond reckless.

McConnell bypassed honest debate by quietly slipping his prohibition into a must-pass spending bill. The consequences of this carelessness are catastrophic to a young, promising American industry.

WHY THE EVERYDAY AMERICAN SHOULD CARE 🇺🇸👨‍🌾

The U.S. hemp industry is a rare rural success story: a multi-billion dollar sector built on Main Street America - not in elite tech/AI hubs. It has created over 300,000 jobs for farmers, manufacturers, scientists, and retail workers - spread across small towns nationwide. This growth is driven by consumer demand for CBD and low-dose THC products, giving small farmers and businesses a real shot at success in a booming market.

I co-founded BATCH, one of these businesses. We employ 25 proud Wisconsinites and sustain dozens more American jobs through direct partnerships with farmers, suppliers, and others. Our business will be wiped out by McConnell’s prohibition, along with over 90% of the hemp industry.

Equally vital: millions of Americans will lose access to the CBD and low-dose THC products they've come to trust for everyday wellness—better sleep, stress relief, and natural recovery.

WHAT HAPPENS NEXT & HOW YOU CAN HELP🙏

For over a year, we’ve been fighting alongside industry leaders & sensible lawmakers for smart, science-backed rules that keep consumers safe and keep hemp accessible.

Necessary regulation will need to include third-party lab testing, clear labeling, age verification, and potency caps.

Our fight will continue despite this setback. The good news is that we have until November, 2026 to align with lawmakers on safe, sensible regulations for our industry.

The media and politicians are starting to pay attention to this important issue. @SenRandPaul has been a champion of the hemp industry, and bipartisan support from Senators @SenTedCruz and @SenJeffMerkley has begun to surface

All we ask is your awareness of this issue. It would be greatly appreciated, but not expected, for you to make your voice heard. In the near future, we'll let you know how to voice your concern to your congressmen

Statistics often feel distant and easy to ignore—until you're the one they describe. Right now, that's us: over 300,000 Main Street jobs hang in the balance, along with consumers' access to safe, reliable products from honest stakeholders in the hemp industry.

[Andy Gould @theandygould]

@KYCooperrider Well said

[Dan Osborn @osbornforne]

I agree with @RandPaul.

This provision SNUCK INTO the Senate's funding bill by Mitch McConnell reeks.

Hemp is a legal crop. Farmers grow it for rope, textiles, paper, building materials. Veterans and people with chronic pain use CBD products made from it.

This last-minute ban would destroy a $28 billion industry, wipe out 95% of hemp businesses, and eliminate 300,000 American jobs. It would devastate rural farming communities across the country.

If there are problems with bad products in gas stations, then regulate those. Don't obliterate an entire legal industry.

Pete "Reefer Madness" Ricketts said legalizing marijuana would "kill your kids" and tried to overturn 70% of Nebraska voters on medical cannabis. No doubt he supports this too.

Government shouldn't destroy legal industries and hundreds of thousands of jobs.

This is government overreach.

[Andy Gould @theandygould]

This short sighted bill will kill 95% of the hemp industry. Hundreds of thousands of jobs and thousands of small businesses will die

And it’s broader than just weed drinks. It’s farmers, processors, manufacturers, and brands

Obviously I have an enormous amount of skin in the game, but this bill is egregious.

Lost job numbers are more than just numbers to the people who feel the true impact of what will happen. It’s really sad

On the positive side - there’s a lot of momentum to fight this and we (along with many other industry stakeholders) are going to throw everything we have it

[Andy Gould @theandygould]

#StandWithRand

[Senator Rand Paul @SenRandPaul]

Just to be clear: I am not delaying this bill. The timing is already fixed under Senate procedure. But there is extraneous language in this package that has nothing to do with reopening the government and would harm Kentucky’s hemp farmers and small businesses.

Standing up for Kentucky jobs is part of my job.

[Andy Gould @theandygould]

@cantripguy Agreed