1. United States
2. Utah
3. Letter

I am writing to respectfully urge you to support Representative Dave Joyce’s bipartisan Preparing Regulators Effectively for a Post-Prohibition Adult-Use Regulated Environment (PREPARE) Act. This important legislation takes a practical, state-focused approach to addressing the realities of cannabis policy in the United States. As you know, a growing number of states, including Utah, have legalized cannabis in some form. However, outdated federal prohibition continues to create legal conflicts, public safety risks, and regulatory uncertainty for both state governments and responsible businesses operating under state law. The PREPARE Act offers a bipartisan, commonsense path forward by directing the federal government to work with state regulators and stakeholders in preparation for a future in which cannabis is no longer federally prohibited. It does not legalize cannabis outright but ensures policymakers have the tools and guidance needed for an orderly, thoughtful transition — respecting the rights of states and the will of their citizens. This is a measured, responsible step that prioritizes public safety, regulatory clarity, and economic opportunity while addressing the ongoing challenges created by conflicting state and federal laws. I urge you to support the PREPARE Act and help advance this bipartisan effort to modernize our nation’s cannabis policies in a way that respects states’ rights and the diverse views of the American public. Thank you for your attention to this matter.