US EditionTexas Hemp Industry Faces Extinction as THC Ban Bill Awaits Governor's Signature
- Texas Governor Greg Abbott is deciding whether to sign or veto Senate Bill 3 by the June 22 deadline, which bans hemp-derived THC products across the state.
- The bill follows concerns raised about loopholes allowing hemp products with psychoactive THC to reach consumers, potentially harming children and adults, with both supporters and opponents expressing worries.
- Senate Bill 3 passed the House and Senate with broad Republican support, threatening roughly 8,500 license holders and an $8 billion industry that has created over 50,000 jobs statewide.
- Manufacturing or distributing banned products is classified as a third-degree felony, carrying a prison sentence ranging from two to ten years and fines up to $10,000, while first-time offenders typically receive lighter penalties and juveniles are usually charged with Class C misdemeanors.
- If Abbott signs the bill, Texas hemp businesses could face severe losses and consumers lose access to products, but a veto might prompt a special legislative session to revisit hemp regulations.
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