As the Texas Legislature prepares to revisit hemp regulations in the upcoming special session, a growing body of data sends a consistent, undeniable message: Texans overwhelmingly support keeping THC legal, with strong regulations — not bans.

Over the last several months, three independent polls targeting different segments of the Texas electorate have revealed strikingly similar results. Whether it’s Republican primary voters, independents, or the general public, the consensus is clear:

🔹 Texans want access to hemp-derived THC products.
🔹 They want products to be safe, tested, and kept out of the hands of minors.
🔹 They do not want prohibition.

Below, we’ve summarized key findings from each poll to help legislators, media, and the public better understand where Texans really stand.

  • March 2025 Baselice Poll: Targeting General Electorate
    • 68% support keeping THC legal in Texas, but regulated.
    • 57% of Republican voters support allowing THC to remain legal, and only 29% want it banned.
    • 80% of Democratic voters prefer THC to remain legal, while only 10% want it banned – an eight-to-one ratio, while 72% Independents want it to remain legal versus 17% ban outright.
  • June 2025 Ragnar Research Partners Poll: Targeting Republican Primary Voters
    • 47% of Texas Republican primary voters oppose banning hemp, while 37% support a ban and 16% said they don’t know.
    • 45% oppose banning THC, while 35% support a THC ban and 21% don’t know.
    • More than two-thirds of Republican primary voters (72%) believe military veterans should be able to access THC products as an alternative to opioids.
    • 53% of Republican primary voters believe a ban will create opportunities for drug cartels.
    • 55% of Republican primary voters believe a ban will increase black market sales.
  • June 2025 Fabrizio, Lee & Associates Poll: Targeting General Electorate
    • 70% of voters agree THC products should remain available with regulations: 59% Republicans; 73% Independents; 83% Democrats
    • 61% of Texans oppose Gov. Abbott signing SB 3 into law
    • 41% of voters say they’re less likely to vote for legislators who voted for the ban
    • 52% of voters are aware of the ban and of those, 57% say it made them feel “less favorable” toward the Texas Legislature.

Across every poll — whether targeting general election voters or Republican primary voters — the numbers tell the same story: Texans support access to hemp-derived THC with smart, enforceable regulations. They want age restrictions, testing, and consumer safety — not black market chaos and government overreach.

Lawmakers have a responsibility to listen. The idea that banning THC is politically popular simply doesn’t hold up under scrutiny. In fact, many voters — including Republicans — are less likely to support legislators who push bans over balanced policy.

As we move into the special session, we urge elected officials to follow the data, respect the will of the people, and work with stakeholders to build a regulatory framework that protects Texans while preserving access for responsible adults.

The future of Texas hemp isn’t just a policy decision — it’s a reflection of what kind of state we want to be. Let’s choose facts over fear. Regulation over prohibition. And freedom over control.