On September 10, Governor Greg Abbott issued Executive Order GA-56, calling for immediate restrictions on hemp-derived products by limiting sales to adults aged 21 and older. This will be the first item addressed in rulemaking set to take place within 10 business days of the EO announcement. In addition, he has issued additional regulation directives […]
As the Texas Legislature debates the future of hemp-derived products, Texas veterans are making their voices heard. Dave Walden, the incoming State Commander of the Texas Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW), has penned a powerful letter to lawmakers, urging them to protect veterans’ right to choose safe, legal alternatives for their health and well-being. In […]
By: Texas Hemp Business Council Hemp bans would put thousands of Texans out of work Tens of thousands of Texas jobs in the growing hemp sector are in jeopardy as state legislators consider proposals that would ban hemp products in the state. A newly released economic report, Hemp-Derived Cannabinoids in the Lone Star State: A […]
Forcing cannabis back underground will not stop abuse, but itwill hurt Texans who use it responsibly.By Rob Curran and Doug HenryFeb. 22, 2025 Originally posted: The Dallas Morning News The Texas Senate is considering a measure that would ban hemp-derived THC products across the state rather than enact commonsense regulation, reversing a social change celebrated […]
