The California Hemp Council (CHC) represents the statewide interests of the hemp industry in The Golden State, including the protection and expansion of in-state cultivation, manufacturing, and use of hemp. The main goal of the CHC is to influence legislative and regulatory issues impacting the hemp industry and its related products and to ensure that the industry has a strong, unified voice in Sacramento.
And make your voice heard
The California Hemp Council (CHC) was established to provide a strong, unified voice for the hemp industry before the California State Legislature, Office of the Governor, and Executive Branch. Established in 2019, the CHC is dedicated to supporting and expanding the hemp industry in the state, including the protection and expansion of in-state cultivation, manufacturing, and use of hemp.
The California Hemp Council (CHC) was established to provide a strong, unified voice for the hemp industry before the California State Legislature, Office of the Governor, and Executive Branch. Established in 2019, the CHC is dedicated to supporting and expanding the hemp industry in the state, including the protection and expansion of in-state cultivation, manufacturing, and use of hemp.
Hemp Market in California
Associate Members
Eddie Bernacchi
Director and Legislative Advocate
Bret Barrow
Legislative Advocate
Kiana Valentine
Legislative Advocate
Patrick Goggin
General Counsel
The following is a list of frequently utilized and helpful resources to connect CHC Members to California’s Legislature, the Office of the Governor, the Executive Branch, and capitol political insiders.