When it comes to the future of cannabis in the Lone Star State, all eyes are on the 89th Texas Legislature. Multiple cannabis-related bills have been pre-filed before the legislative session begins Jan. 14, and Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller is starting to sound the alarm. Initially, Miller appeared opposed to Senate Bill 3, announced by Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick in … [Read more...] about ‘No consumer standards’: Texas ag commissioner talks THC ban in apparent cannabis switch-up
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Wild West of THC: Texas hemp shops can sell weed and ‘no one’s gonna stop them,’ says Sid Miller
When it comes to regulating consumable hemp-derived products in Texas, there's no sheriff in town. That's according to Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller, who used to own a hemp farm, and Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick, who's pushing for a ban to bring in line what they see as a Wild West for THC. Lounges, dispensaries and cafes vending cannabis and cannabis-based products continue to … [Read more...] about Wild West of THC: Texas hemp shops can sell weed and ‘no one’s gonna stop them,’ says Sid Miller
Bill filed to legalize recreational marijuana across Texas
AUSTIN, Texas — The future of Marijuana in Texas will take center stage when the new legislative session gets underway next month. A Dallas lawmaker filed a bill that would legalize recreational marijuana. It would allow anyone over the age of 21 to legally transport 2.5 ounces for personal use. People would also be able to keep up to 10 ounces at home as long as it's securely … [Read more...] about Bill filed to legalize recreational marijuana across Texas
Activists brace for Paxton’s punches to marijuana decimalization charters
The tug-of-war between the legalization and decriminalization of marijuana-related offenses in Texas could soon see an end with a new bill in the mix. A Texas representative out of Dallas has filed a bill legalizing recreational marijuana in the state, directly combating Attorney General Ken Paxton's lawsuit rampage against the usage. The Dallas defender, Rep. Jessica Gonzalez, … [Read more...] about Activists brace for Paxton’s punches to marijuana decimalization charters
Dallas officials ban vaping, add marijuana to citywide smoking prohibition
A new Dallas ordinance will ban “electronic smoking devices” in areas across the city. Elected officials and advocates of the policy said the move will benefit public health. The new policy approved by the council during Wednesday’s meeting created a category for vapes. That includes e-cigarettes and vape pens. John Palmer is a local board member of the American Lung … [Read more...] about Dallas officials ban vaping, add marijuana to citywide smoking prohibition
Talking Texas cannabis laws and all-THC bans on the streets of Austin
The cannabis industry in Texas faces changes in the 89th Legislature now that Texas Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick has proposed an all-THC ban carried by state Sen. Charles Perry. Legal dispensaries in Austin, Texas, and cannabis advocates have already spoken out against the proposed ban, with some calling it “tremendously out of step” with the will of the people. Texas Agriculture … [Read more...] about Talking Texas cannabis laws and all-THC bans on the streets of Austin
Texas Rep. Jessica González of Dallas files bill to legalize marijuana
Texas Rep. Jessica González of Dallas has filed a bill to legalize recreational marijuana in Texas. House Bill 1208 would legalize the cultivation, manufacturing, transportation, and sale of cannabis. The bill would allow adults 21 and older to use, possess, and transport up to 2.5 ounces of marijuana for personal use. Adults could also keep up to 10 ounces of cannabis in their … [Read more...] about Texas Rep. Jessica González of Dallas files bill to legalize marijuana
‘Tremendously out of step’: Texas cannabis advocates react to proposed THC ban, Patrick clarifies bill
Cannabis advocates in Texas have responded strongly to Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick’s Wednesday announcement of a proposed all-THC ban. Though Patrick clarified on Thursday the ban will not impact the state’s limited medical marijuana program, those with cannabis businesses and organizations that support marijuana legalization feel the proposed bill is “tremendously out of step” with … [Read more...] about ‘Tremendously out of step’: Texas cannabis advocates react to proposed THC ban, Patrick clarifies bill
4,600 pounds of marijuana, $400K cash seized from Farmers Branch warehouse, police say
A tip from an informant and several undercover purchases led law enforcement to uncover a complex illegal drug operation in Farmers Branch. Farmers Branch police officers and U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration agents executed a narcotics search warrant early Wednesday on a warehouse complex in the 2000 block of Valley View Lane, leading to the discovery of about $400,000 and … [Read more...] about 4,600 pounds of marijuana, $400K cash seized from Farmers Branch warehouse, police say
Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick wants to ‘ban all THC’ in Texas. How much is even legal?
AUSTIN, Texas — Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick says he wants to ban all consumable THC in Texas, with a plan to back a bill in the upcoming legislative session to ban all forms of the psychoactive substance. THC, or tetrahydrocannabinol, is the predominant chemical in marijuana that gets people high. Generally speaking, it can be accessed in a number of forms, from the actual cannabis … [Read more...] about Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick wants to ‘ban all THC’ in Texas. How much is even legal?
