THC Ban: Texas Ag Commissioner supports regulations over federal ban
In reopening the federal government, lawmakers passed a bill banning THC products across the country. Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller said he supports regulations over a ban and believes the federal government will ultimately make some changes before the new law goes into effect.
THC ban in spending bill sparks backlash from Texas business owners
A federal spending bill aimed at reopening the government also threatens to ban nearly all hemp-derived THC products, sparking debate among Texas business owners and lawmakers.
Many young adults turn to cannabis for sleep—but it may backfire
More than one in five young adults in the U.S. say they use cannabis or alcohol to help them fall asleep, according to new research from the University of Michigan.
Gov. Abbott orders DPS to enforce age restrictions on hemp products with THC
New age restrictions on hemp products with THC are in place and now the Governor is ordering state troopers to enforce those new rules.
Texas DPS directed to increase new THC rule enforcement
Gov. Abbott ordered the increase Tuesday, calling hemp products dangerous and saying Texas must protect children from vape shops.
New Texas THC rule enforcement begins Wednesday
Emergency THC regulations put into place earlier in September will be enforced starting on Wednesday.
Marijuana-based drug eases chronic back pain in major study
A new study from German drugmaker Vertanical found that an experimental marijuana-based medication significantly reduced chronic back pain in 800 patients.
New emergency rules for hemp products containing THC
Commissioners with TABC passed emergency regulations to restrict the sale of hemp products that contain THC. The action is in response to the executive order issued by Gov. Abbott earlier this month.
New emergency THC rules now in effect in Texas
The rules, issued by the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission, prevent hemp consumables from being sold to those younger than 21.
Company behind Edible Arrangements expands hemp, THC product deliveries after Texas launch
Edible Brands, the company behind Edible Arrangements, is expanding its hemp-derived THC product delivery program to more states. Meanwhile, state agencies and lawmakers are debating more regulation for these products.
Dan Patrick, Greg Abbott at odds over THC regulation
Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick said Friday that Gov. Abbott's decision to regulate rather than ban THC was a "seal of approval" for the booming Texas industry.
Gov. Abbott's executive order regulates hemp products with THC
Texas will regulate and not ban the sale of hemp products that contain THC. Gov. Abbott made that decision with an executive order.
Gov. Abbott signs executive order banning sale of THC products to those under 21
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott on Wednesday signed an executive order banning the sale of hemp products to anyone under the age of 21.
Abbott expected to issue executive order setting age requirements for THC-products, other restrictions
The executive order comes after the Legislature ended a special session without the House, Senate and governor agreeing on restrictions.