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Abbott expected to issue executive order setting age requirements for THC-products, other restrictions
Texas Governor Greg Abbott plans regulations including a 21+ purchase age, ID checks, product testing, and store location rules to manage THC sales amid legislative disagreements.
- Gov. Greg Abbott is expected to issue an executive order soon to regulate THC products and set a minimum purchase age of 21 in Texas.
- This action follows stalled legislative negotiations and Abbott's earlier proposal in his June veto letter to regulate THC similarly to alcohol.
- The executive order framework includes age limits, ID checks, distance from schools, labeling, product testing, and increased fees, with enforcement like the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission.
- Abbott addressed inquiries about a THC bill by indicating that updates could be coming soon and encouraged people to remain attentive for further information.
- The order suggests a regulatory shift on THC sales in Texas, potentially limiting sales to liquor-store–style venues, but the timeline and final rules remain uncertain.
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The timeline for an executive order isn’t certain, but Abbott is expected to direct the Department of State Health Services to establish rules governing THC. By Renzo Downey, The Texas Tribune Gov. Greg Abbott (R) will soon issue an executive order to regulate THC and set a minimum age of 21 to purchase those products in Texas, according to three people who spoke with the governor’s office. The Legislature’s second special session of the year en…
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