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  AHPA supports Dietary Supplement Regulatory Uniformity Act

  February 4, 2026 The American Herbal Products Association (AHPA) has announced its support for the Dietary Supplement Regulatory Uniformity Act, introduced today by Congressman Nick Langworthy (R-NY). The legislation seeks to reaffirm a single, science-based national standard for the regulation of dietary supplements over an inconsistent patchwork of state regulations.   Since enactment of the Dietary Supplement Health and Education Act (DSHEA) in 1994, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has maintained federal oversight to ensure product safety and labeling accuracy. However, several states have recently moved to impose their own dietary supplement regulations beyond those required by federal law. The Dietary Supplement Regulatory Uniformity Act would clarify federal preemption, ensuring that interstate commerce remains efficient and that regulatory decisions remain grounded in science.   “AHPA strongly supports legislation to establish federal preemption, a move essential to protecting the free interstate commerce that defines our nation,” said AHPA President & CEO Graham Rigby. “An inconsistent patchwork of state regulations would create a highly restrictive environment that would stifle innovation, increase business compliance costs and complexity, and ultimately restrict consumer access. AHPA applauds Congressman Langworthy for introducing the Dietary Supplement Regulatory Uniformity Act, which would appropriately defer to the country's robust national regulatory framework and help ensure that the millions of dietary supplements sold daily in the U.S. marketplace can reach Americans without needlessly burdensome state-level barriers.”   AHPA remains committed to working with congressional leaders and industry stakeholders to advocate for a consistent regulatory environment that prioritizes both consumer access to safe dietary supplements as well as the continued growth of the dietary supplement industry.

  • Wednesday, February 4, 2026
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  2026 AHPA Board of Trustees Candidates

  February 3, 2026 The American Herbal Products Association (AHPA) is pleased to announce the candidates for the 2026 AHPA Board of Trustees election at the upcoming AHPA Annual Member Meeting on Tuesday, March 3, 2026, at Natural Products Expo West. 2026 AHPA Board of Trustees Candidates Cassandra Black (Banyan Botanicals) David Bunting (Herb Pharm) Bill Chioffi (Nammex) Julie Daoust (M2 Ingredients) Edward Fletcher (Native Botanicals) Kiel Henderson (PhytoLab) Elise Higley (Oshala Farm) Catherine Hunziker (WishGarden Herbs) Jeff Kaufman (Paragon Labs) Zoe Kissam (Traditional Medicinals) Laura Najera (Metagenics) Ajay Patel (Verdure Sciences) Carl Robinson (Cedar Bear Naturales) Jason Scott (Feral Fungi) Elan Sudberg (Alkemist Labs) Elizabeth Tilak (Givaudan) Matt Warnock (RidgeCrest Herbals) Katharine Wickenden (Whole Foods Market)   Read Candidate Statements here: 2026 AHPA Board of Trustees - Candidate Statements AHPA Active Members in good standing are eligible to vote in this election and will receive voting instructions in separate communications.   Please contact Melissa Do at mdo@ahpa.org with any questions about the election.

  • Tuesday, February 3, 2026
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  AHPA welcomes Karin VanSlyke as Director of Member Services

  January 27, 2026 The American Herbal Products Association (AHPA) is pleased to announce the hiring of Karin VanSlyke as Director of Member Services. In this role, VanSlyke will drive membership growth, retention, and engagement while supporting educational initiatives to enhance the overall member experience.   VanSlyke joins AHPA with extensive experience in strategic partnerships and program management within the health and nutrition industry. Most recently, she served as Strategic Partnerships Manager at Informa. Her background also includes managing digital content marketing programs and coordinating high-visibility communications and events.   “AHPA is extremely excited to welcome Karin VanSlyke as our new Director of Member Services,” said AHPA President & CEO Graham Rigby. “We are grateful for our ongoing strategic partnership with Informa and believe that Karin's addition to the AHPA staff will only serve to strengthen the relationship between our teams going forward. As our industry grows, so to does the need to support the growth of AHPA and provide excellent service to our members and we are confident Karin can help us do just that.”   VanSlyke is set to begin her new role on February 17, reporting to Amber Bennett, Vice President of Membership & Engagement.   “Karin's proven track record of cultivating industry relationships and her deep understanding of the health and nutrition landscape make her an ideal fit for this role,” said Bennett. “Her expertise in managing complex partnerships and her commitment to high-quality service will be instrumental as we continue to expand our community and enhance the benefits we provide to our members.”

  • Tuesday, January 27, 2026
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  AHPA welcomes introduction of legislation to establish federal regulatory framework for hemp-derived products

  January 23, 2026 The American Herbal Products Association (AHPA) welcomes the introduction of the bipartisan Hemp Enforcement, Modernization, and Protection (HEMP) Act of 2026 by U.S. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA), Chairman of the House Committee on Energy and Commerce's Subcommittee on Health, and Congressman Marc Veasey (D-TX). This legislation aims to resolve years of regulatory uncertainty by establishing a first-of-its-kind federal framework for hemp-derived products within the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Since the 2018 Farm Bill established the foundation for the modern hemp industry, stakeholders have navigated a patchwork of conflicting state regulations in the absence of clear federal guidance. The HEMP Act is intended to establish a federal pathway for hemp-derived products, ensuring consumer safety and market stability for legitimate producers. “We applaud Congressman Griffith and Congressman Veasey for their leadership in presenting an initial path forward for the federal regulation of hemp-derived cannabinoid products,” said AHPA President & CEO Graham Rigby. “Establishing a regulatory framework is essential to protecting consumer access to safe, high-quality hemp-derived products while ensuring that responsible manufacturers can operate within a predictable and stable marketplace, and we are committed to providing significant feedback to Congressman Griffith to strengthen this legislation to benefit all responsible members of industry, including farmers, and maximize the likelihood of its enactment.” The introduction of the HEMP Act follows a period of significant disruption for the industry. In November 2025, a government funding package included provisions that threatened the viability of many hemp products, set to take effect on November 12, 2026. Congressman Griffith's new measure, alongside the recently introduced Hemp Planting Predictability Act, represents legislative interest in protecting responsible industry from abrupt market closures and supporting this crucial industry. AHPA will remain closely engaged with industry partners and policymakers as hemp legislative efforts progress, keeping stakeholders informed while continuing to lead advocacy for a robust framework that prioritizes transparency, botanical integrity, and consumer safety.

  • Friday, January 23, 2026
  • | Posted by AHPA