How to Actually Get Heard at the Capitol Featuring Mary Lane Porter

How do you actually get lawmakers to listen to the cannabis industry? Turns out, yelling after the law passes probably isn’t the move.This week, Shane and Brandon sit down with Mary Lane to talk about what she’s learned from showing up at the Oklahoma Capitol, speaking directly with legislators, and advocating for a cannabis industry that’s still figuring out how to work together. From OMMA’s communication gap and upcoming packaging rules to the surprising impact of just 5–8 constituent phone calls, Mary breaks down how industry professionals can stop reacting to legislation and start getting involved before decisions are made.(00:00) Meet Mary Lane & Her Cannabis Industry Background(03:15) Oklahoma Cannabis Is Growing Up(06:59) OMMA, Regulations & the Communication Gap(14:04) Breaking the Cannabis Stigma at the Capitol(17:21) Lobbyists, Industry Groups & Creating Real Change(23:52) How to Find & Contact Your Legislators(26:00) Why Just 5–8 Phone Calls Can Make a Difference(30:26) Packaging Rules & What Could Be Coming Next(32:52) Getting Oklahoma Cannabis Organized(36:12) How & When to Approach Your LegislatorsIf you work in Oklahoma cannabis and you’ve ever wondered, “Who thought this was a good idea?” — maybe it’s time to make sure they hear from you before the next vote.📧: [email protected]🌐: OKCTL.com🔗: https://linktr.ee/okctl