New Texas THC proposal would drastically increase retailer fees

Proposed DSHS rules would increase hemp fees, ban intoxicating smokeable hemp in Texas

The Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) proposed rule changes to tighten regulations on hemp-derived THC, which small business owners in the hemp industry say will be a "kill shot" due to increased fees and a ban on smokable intoxicating hemp.

New Texas THC proposal would drastically increase retailer fees

Businesses that sell legal, consumable THC may be on the hook for registration fees as high as $20,000 per year. It’s in response to an executive order directive by Gov. Greg Abbott to enforce stricter industry rules.

Texas proposes 10,000% fee increase for hemp-derived THC retailers

Supporters of the proposal said the increased fees would improve oversight of thousands of Texas businesses that sell hemp-derived THC products and help the state enforce tighter regulations, while some local hemp retailers said the changes would put them out of business.

Texas Standard for Jan. 13, 2026: Proposed THC rules draw backlash from hemp businesses

Smokeable hemp products sold legally across Texas could soon disappear under proposed state health rules that would redefine how THC is measured and significantly raise compliance costs. At a recent public hearing, business owners warned the changes could shutter shops statewide.

Proposed Texas hemp THC regulations threaten $5.5 billion market

The draft rules also include a significant increase in licensing fees, sparking concern among small business owners and industry advocates. Proposed Texas hemp THC regulations…