Texas THC ban fails to advance in 2nd special session
The bill banning THC will not make it out of this special session, Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick announced Wednesday.
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The bill banning THC will not make it out of this special session, Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick announced Wednesday.
As dozens of new laws take effect across Texas this month, the ban on THC-infused vape products is already having a visible impact on small businesses across North Texas.
The Texas Senate gave first approval to the second reading of the bill banning THC on Wednesday.
Gov. Greg Abbott explicitly asked lawmakers to regulate, not ban, hemp products.
The newly filed bill, which was first vetoed by Gov. Greg Abbott, imposes new rules for smoke shops in Texas.
With an ambitious agenda before them, Texas lawmakers kicked off the first of what could be several special sessions.
Republican state representatives discuss what they expect to be done regarding the vetoed THC ban bill during the called special session.
Thousands sent letters saying better regulation of THC products was needed, but a ban would shut down over 8,000 businesses.
Political observers said having the two top state leaders at odds with each other is raising questions about a possible split within the Republican-run state.
"The governor of the State of Texas wants to legalize recreational marijuana in Texas," said Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick, a staunch supporter of SB3.
The Allen Police Department, with help from the DEA, seized products at three warehouses in Dallas, while other agencies raided the owners' homes in Carrollton, Colleyville, and Plano.
Voters have to approve this constitutional amendment during the election this November.
CBS News Texas obtained the documents from the Prosper Police Department, shedding light on previously unreleased details.
In a 95-44 vote, Senate Bill 3 passed in the House, banning all THC products including edibles and drinks with THC.
Senate Bill 3 bans Delta 8, Delta 9, and all other forms of intoxicating THC, including beverages.
"We've got to get the genie back in the bottle," said Sen. Charles Perry, who authored the legislative bill SB3.
The rodents are enjoying marijuana at the Houston Police Department that has been sitting in evidence for years.
Dallas voters passed Proposition R, which decriminalizes possession of less than four ounces of marijuana.
Dallas residents were loud and clear on one issue – marijuana possession is now decriminalized for four ounces or less.
Once votes are verified, the City of Dallas will be the largest in the state to decriminalize marijuana.
Decriminalizing marijuana is on the ballot for Dallas voters in the 2024 election.
"It's being sold right in front of our eyes," said police chief Steve Dye.
Maps show where weed and marijuana products are legal for recreational and medical use in the United States.
The proposal would recognize the medical uses of cannabis and acknowledge it has less potential for abuse than some other drugs.
"We're committed to clear our streets of harmful influences," District Attorney Greg Willis said.
Police said three 18-year-olds were taken into custody in connection with the incident.
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Police said three 18-year-olds were taken into custody in connection with the incident.
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Following the enactment of a strict ban on abortions, research has shown more Texas families are losing newborns.
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Texas Agricultural Commissioner Sid Miller is calling for a statewide ban on non-water additives, such as fluoride, in the public water system.
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Activists are calling for a nationwide boycott of Target stores following the company's decision to roll back its diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.
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As dozens of new laws take effect across Texas this month, the ban on THC-infused vape products is already having a visible impact on small businesses across North Texas.
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Johnson won two World Series playing for the Baltimore Orioles before he became the New York Mets manager.
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