The statewide voice for Texas hemp
The Texas Hemp Business Council represents the businesses and people working for clear rules, consumer safety, and a strong hemp industry in Texas.
What you need to know
DSHS’s March 31 consumable hemp rules remain in effect while the case moves through the appeals process. THBC filed a brief on August 14th, and the State has until September 17th to respond.
Read the lawsuit updateEffective July 31, delta-8 and other non-delta-9 THC isomers are Schedule I controlled substances in Texas. Only naturally occurring trace amounts in hemp are exempt.
View the DSHS noticeCongress delayed most changes to the federal hemp definition until December 11, 2026. Restrictions on cannabinoids that cannot be naturally produced by cannabis still take effect November 12.
Read the federal summaryCourt filings & official documents
Find THBC lawsuit filings, court orders, Texas agency rules, research, and other source documents—all in one place.
Whitney Economics Report
Continued Growth: The market has expanded to up to $38.7 billion—roughly 36% larger than 2023 estimates, demonstrating resilience despite regulatory uncertainty.
What’s at Stake: Proposed federal/state policy changes threaten to put up to 225,861 jobs and $8.9 billion in worker wages at immediate risk.
Source: Whitney Economics. U.S. hemp industry estimates, 2023 vs. 2026.
Driving growth in Texas
From rural farms to urban labs, the Texas hemp industry is creating real economic value. The Whitney Economics report shows how it’s making a difference:
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