We, the undersigned citizens of Texas, call on Governor Abbott to reject SB 3 and any
proposals banning products containing legal hemp: a decision that would harm
veterans, senior citizens, patients, and consumers across the state.
SB 3 would deprive Texans of natural alternatives for treating chronic pain,
anxiety, and sleep disorders throughout the state. A hemp ban also threatens small businesses and farmers in Texas who depend on hemp production for their livelihoods. The industry employs 53,000 people, and was last estimated to be worth $8 billion in 2022 growing year-over-year since.
We encourage the legislature to support additional, thoughtful regulation, such as age restrictions for purchasing, and child- resistant packaging, that ensure product safety without the elimination of these products for Texans.
Hemp is not a threat but a resource that helps countless Texans lead healthier,
more fulfilling lives. Please protect adult Texans’ right to individually choose safe and effective alternatives for their own happiness and well-being.