THC

After the 2018 Farm Bill legalized hemp, THC products made from the plant have grown into a multi-billion-dollar industry. Now, more state and federal lawmakers are working to limit or ban the products.

A group of small business owners, veterans and farmers lugged 25 cardboard boxes filled to the brim with petitions against Senate Bill 3 to the governor's office on Monday.

The last day of Texas' 2025 legislative session is here. After 140 days at the Capitol in Austin, the Texas Legislature has passed more than 3,400 bills and resolutions. Here’s a look at some of the most significant items that — barring a veto from Gov. Greg Abbott — could soon become law.

Standing before a table full of THC-infused products, Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick spoke about two bills that would regulate cannabis derivatives.

The House on Wednesday approved the ban, after previously considering proposals to preserve the industry by tightening regulations.

With school vouchers out of the way, what priorities remain as the Legislature heads to sine die?

The Texas Legislature is considering a ban on consumable THC products as some lawmakers say the booming business has caused health problems and allowed sales to minors.

Senate Bill 3, a priority item for Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick, was approved in a 24-7 vote Wednesday afternoon. It now heads to the Texas House for consideration.

Texas Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick proposed a ban on all non-prescribed THC earlier this month. But business experts and cannabis researchers say restrictions could work instead.

Certain types of THC are regulated and others aren’t, making it difficult for vendors and law enforcement to agree on what is and isn’t a legal hemp product.

The voter-approved ordinance already prohibits the city of Denton from spending budgetary funds on THC testing. But, according to the city charter, since a voter-led initiative put it on the ballot, it doesn't have budgetary power.