Vape Nexus + Dispensary

05/08/2025

Alabama House Bill 445 is a step backwards and harmful to small businesses in Birmingham.

Instead of moving us closer to justice and equity, this bill risks dragging us back to an era of cannabis criminalization, overregulation, and lost opportunity.

Birmingham has led the way in on cannabis reform and giving people a second chance. Through Pardons for Progress, we’ve pardoned over 15,000 residents with low-level ma*****na convictions — because we believe nobody should be held back in life over something that should have never been criminal in the first place.

HB445 threatens that progress. By limiting access to legal h**p products, burdening small businesses with excessive restrictions, and imposing punitive taxes, this bill doesn’t just regulate — it criminalizes.

It locks out entrepreneurs, particularly Black and brown business owners who are often first to be policed and last to get licensed. It creates barriers where we should be building bridges — to opportunity, to equity, and to public health solutions that actually work.

Alabama should be investing in the future of this industry — not regulating it into irrelevance. We can and must craft smarter laws that protect consumers, ensure safety, and grow our economy without resurrecting the failed policies of the past.

I urge Governor Kay Ivey to veto HB445.

04/26/2025

Make Your Voice Heard: Join AHVA’s Advocacy Day

As you enjoy your weekend or prepare for the week ahead, don’t forget to plan for AHVA’s Advocacy Day at the Alabama State House on Tuesday, April 29, 2025, from 9 AM to 3 PM.

The stakes couldn’t be higher. Our industry faces the potential loss of all smokeable products, leaving only edible products and drinks capped at 5mg per serving. On top of that, legislators want to impose a hefty tax, leaving consumers with weaker products that are more expensive.

Advocacy Day is your chance to meet directly with your local legislators and share how these changes would impact you and others in our community. This is a crucial opportunity to stand up for the products we rely on and ensure our voices are heard.

If we don’t show up and speak out, these changes could become a reality. Let’s come together, advocate for fair regulations, and protect access to these essential products.

See you at the State House on Tuesday!

04/24/2025

04/19/2025

Want to see what your government does when you aren't looking come to Montgomery and have YOUR voice heard on Tuesday April 29th at 10AM!!! This is your chance to stand up and fight for the products you buy every day.

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04/17/2025

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04/08/2025

CALL TO ACTION: Say NO to Alabama HB445!

Alabama’s HB445 is heading to the House Health Committee, and we need legislators to hear why this bill is bad for our state. Reach out all day tomorrow, Tuesday 4/8, and share these critical talking points:

Talking Points for Legislators:
1. Devastates Local Economies: Small businesses are the backbone of Alabama’s economy. HB445 would force many to close their doors, eliminating jobs and reducing tax revenue for local communities.
2. Encourages Black Market Activity: When access to regulated products is restricted, demand doesn’t disappear—it shifts to the black market. This creates unregulated, unsafe products and undermines public health and safety.
3. Hurts Responsible Business Owners: Many Alabama businesses have operated responsibly and in compliance with all regulations for years. HB445 unfairly punishes these businesses and the communities that depend on them.
4. Sets a Dangerous Precedent: Over-regulating or eliminating legitimate industries sends the wrong message to entrepreneurs and investors looking to support Alabama’s growth and innovation.

What Can You Do?
📞 Call and email members of the House Health Committee TODAY!
📧 Urge them to vote NO on HB445. Use these talking points to explain why this bill is a step in the wrong direction for Alabama. Contact info is in the comment section.

Together, we can protect our communities and support responsible businesses.

04/03/2025

🚨 CALL TO ACTION: MAKE YOUR VOICE HEARD! 🚨

AHVA members, we need you to take action NOW to protect our industry and stop unnecessary government overreach. Here’s what you need to do:

📢 STOP HB8 – Contact committee members and tell them not to pass this bill! Contact information is in the comments.
🗣️ Talking Points: Requiring state registration is a waste of money and resources since stores still wouldn’t be federally compliant with the products listed on the registry. It’s a redundant and unnecessary system that drains state funds.

📢 STOP HB445 – Urge committee members not to pass this bill! Contact information is in the comments.
🗣️ Talking Points: We already have a favorable bill in the Senate that ensures proper regulation. We don’t need more legislative competition—it only slows down real progress.

⚠️ URGENT CALLS TO MAKE:
📞 Call Senator Stutts and ask him NOT to place SB274 on the calendar.
(334) 261-0862
📞 Call Senator Bell and ask him NOT to place SB273 on the calendar.
(334) 261-0789

🗣️ Talking Points for both senators:
A well-crafted bill is already making progress. Advancing additional bills only slows things down and risks worse outcomes. Keeping focus on the best legislative path ensures better results for everyone.

Let’s make sure bad policy doesn’t move forward. Your calls and emails make a difference! Stay engaged, stay vocal, and let’s protect our rights.



Donate: www.AHVA.us

Sweet Home CannaBama
Alabama Cannabis Coalition

04/02/2025

🚨 URGENT UPDATE 🚨

Alabama SB273 and SB274 were just released today, and they pose a serious threat to small businesses and consumers. These bills could impose harsh regulations that drive up costs, limit access to products, and make it nearly impossible for small businesses to compete. If passed, they could force closures, reduce consumer choices, and give big corporations even more control over the market. We will provide a full breakdown soon, but for now, be ready to take action.

📢 IMMEDIATE ACTION NEEDED – PUBLIC HEARINGS WED APRIL 2ND
Tomorrow, we have public hearings on HB445, SB255, and HB8. These bills must be stopped before they pass out of committee! We need everyone calling and emailing TODAY to demand lawmakers slow down and not push these bills forward without full consideration.

🛑 CALL & EMAIL NOW – We cannot afford to lose this fight!

📍 Tomorrow’s Priority: Public Hearings
After these hearings, we will shift focus to SB273 and SB274, but right now, our biggest fight is keeping HB445, SB255, and HB8 from advancing.

🙏 Safe Travels to All Industry Members Attending
Please keep those traveling in your thoughts and prayers. Their presence is critical in defending our industry.

💰 Lobbying Costs Are Rising—We Need Your Support More Than Ever!
Each new bill increases our advocacy expenses. If you can contribute, please do. Every dollar helps us fight back.

🔗 Stay Updated & Support the Cause:
Follow us here for updates and action plans. Visit www.AHVA.us for donations or message us for wire transfer information!

Let’s stand together and fight back! 💪

Sweet Home CannaBama
Alabama Cannabis Coalition

03/31/2025

🚨 URGENT ACTION ALERT: Protect Small Businesses and Consumers in Alabama! 🚨

Alabama HB445 and SB255 are set to be discussed in separate public committee meetings this Wednesday, and the impact of these bills could be devastating for small businesses and consumers across the state.

These bills threaten to stifle innovation, raise costs for consumers, and put countless local businesses at risk of shutting their doors. Small businesses are the backbone of our communities, and these measures will jeopardize their ability to thrive, provide jobs, and serve their customers.

☎️💥 Take Action Now! 💥💻
We need YOU to call and email your legislators on Monday and Tuesday ahead of Wednesday’s committee meeting. Let them know that you stand against HB445 and SB255 and that you support small businesses and consumer choice in Alabama! Contact info will be linked in the comments below.

📢 Follow AHVA for Updates
Stay informed about HB445, SB255, and other legislation that could impact our industry. Follow the AHVA social media page for real-time updates, calls to action, and resources to make your voice heard.

🔗 Together, we can make a difference. Let’s protect Alabama’s small businesses and ensure fair policies for everyone!

Sweet Home CannaBama

03/31/2025

More than 30 bills that would impose severe restrictions va**ng consumers’ product choices remain active in U.S. state legislatures.

02/28/2025