Texas Hemp Products to Be Essentially Banished Under New Federal Law
A major shift is about to hit the Lone Star State as President Donald Trump has signed a federal hemp bill into law, which will have far-reaching consequences for THC products in Texas starting next year.
Under this new law, products containing even a fraction of tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), the psychoactive compound found in marijuana, will be effectively prohibited. This ruling impacts states like Texas, where marijuana has not been legalized.
Critics argue that by changing how the federal government classifies what THC is and what hemp is, it's essentially criminalizing any amount of THC strong enough to induce a high. Experts have warned that this new law could lead to a situation where legitimate THC sales are severely curtailed or even shut down.
Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick has welcomed the decision, stating on social media that it will "save a generation from getting hooked on dangerous drugs." However, not everyone is pleased with the outcome, as some lawmakers have expressed concerns about states regulating hemp and marijuana.
In Texas, Governor Greg Abbott had vetoed an earlier bill aimed at banning consumable hemp products with THC. However, he later issued an executive order requiring ID verification for all customers and banning minors from purchasing these products. Critics of this move argued that it did not go far enough.
Now, the new federal law has created confusion among retailers, who are unsure how to comply with the regulations. As Dr. Katie Harris notes, "There is a responsibility for the state to enact legislation in a way to protect public safety, not encourage heavy use."
Industry experts have expressed their skepticism about the practicality of this ban. Jon Bowman, owner of Bluebonnet Labs in Dallas, claims that it's mathematically impossible to create products with such low levels of THC.
In reality, Texas is home to approximately 9,000 stores selling THC products, and most retailers are not currently required to test or track the potency of these products. The lack of clear enforcement mechanisms raises concerns about how this new law will be implemented.
As a result, many Texans may find it difficult to access their preferred hemp products in the coming year.
A major shift is about to hit the Lone Star State as President Donald Trump has signed a federal hemp bill into law, which will have far-reaching consequences for THC products in Texas starting next year.
Under this new law, products containing even a fraction of tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), the psychoactive compound found in marijuana, will be effectively prohibited. This ruling impacts states like Texas, where marijuana has not been legalized.
Critics argue that by changing how the federal government classifies what THC is and what hemp is, it's essentially criminalizing any amount of THC strong enough to induce a high. Experts have warned that this new law could lead to a situation where legitimate THC sales are severely curtailed or even shut down.
Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick has welcomed the decision, stating on social media that it will "save a generation from getting hooked on dangerous drugs." However, not everyone is pleased with the outcome, as some lawmakers have expressed concerns about states regulating hemp and marijuana.
In Texas, Governor Greg Abbott had vetoed an earlier bill aimed at banning consumable hemp products with THC. However, he later issued an executive order requiring ID verification for all customers and banning minors from purchasing these products. Critics of this move argued that it did not go far enough.
Now, the new federal law has created confusion among retailers, who are unsure how to comply with the regulations. As Dr. Katie Harris notes, "There is a responsibility for the state to enact legislation in a way to protect public safety, not encourage heavy use."
Industry experts have expressed their skepticism about the practicality of this ban. Jon Bowman, owner of Bluebonnet Labs in Dallas, claims that it's mathematically impossible to create products with such low levels of THC.
In reality, Texas is home to approximately 9,000 stores selling THC products, and most retailers are not currently required to test or track the potency of these products. The lack of clear enforcement mechanisms raises concerns about how this new law will be implemented.
As a result, many Texans may find it difficult to access their preferred hemp products in the coming year.
This is so weird... I mean, I get that they wanna control THC and all but can't we just have some common sense here? Like, if people wanna use hemp for legit reasons (medicinal purposes or whatever), shouldn't they be able to do so without worrying about being banned outta state? 
It's like, where's the practicality in this ban? I know some ppl will say it's 'saving a generation' from getting hooked, but what about all the legit THC users who just wanna chill and relax? We're not gonna get rid of cannabis use overnight, right? 
This new law is just gonna create more problems than solutions for people like me who actually need these products 
just found out that Texas is basically going to ban all THC products under this new federal law... it's like, what even is the point of having hemp as a thing if we can't even sell anything with THC on it? 
I mean, I get the concerns about public safety and all, but come on! This just seems like a huge overreach. And now retailers are stuck in limbo trying to figure out how to comply... it's not fair to them or the customers who actually need these products. 
We need to get some clarity on this ASAP so we can stop stressing about it 
. Now it sounds like we're gonna have to go through hoops just to get our hands on some legit products 
. What's the harm in having a little THC, anyway? It's not like it's gonna kill us all 
... I guess I'll just have to wait and see how this whole thing plays out 
The logic behind this law just doesn't add up - it's essentially punishing people for wanting to use a natural product that's supposed to be good for them 
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I'm not buying it (pun intended) 
. Like, if they can't get the potency levels right, how are they supposed to comply with this new law? 
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. I mean, what's the point of restricting THC products if you're not going to regulate the whole industry? It's just gonna lead to more problems, like black market sales 
. This new law could literally shut them down 
. This law is just too restrictive and doesn't account for all the variables involved in the industry 
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. I mean, who needs all this stress and hassle? Can't even get a straight answer on what's allowed or not in Texas 
, but at least it's something 
. Industry experts are right, it's mathematically impossible to get products with such low levels of THC 
... like anyone's even trying anymore 
. This whole thing is just a mess 
, and I'm not sure how many Texans will be able to access their favorite hemp products next year 
. shouldn't there be clearer guidelines on potency testing? this new law is gonna be super hard to enforce, and who benefits from all this ? 
they're basically saying no one can use THC products anymore, even if they need them for legit reasons like pain relief or epilepsy meds... 
I mean, what's next? Banning all CBD products too?! 
. I mean, who needs that kind of stress when buying CBD oil or edibles online? It's like they're trying to regulate every aspect of our lives. And let's be real, 9,000 stores selling THC products in Texas isn't exactly a hidden underground scene 
But seriously, how are retailers supposed to comply with this? It's all about the semantics, bro. Is 0.01% THC really a "dangerous" amount? 
Dr. Katie Harris said it best, "There is a responsibility for the state to enact legislation in a way to protect public safety, not encourage heavy use." 
but so far, i'm not impressed with the way they're handling this.
I feel so bad for all those people in Texas who rely on hemp products for medicinal purposes or just like to enjoy them as an adult. It's not fair that they're being punished with such a strict ban, especially when it's not like they're harming anyone else. The idea that this law is meant to "protect public safety" feels really shallow to me... 
! It's long overdue, if you ask me 
. I mean, who needs to get high on hemp products, anyway? It's not like it's going to make a difference in people's lives or anything