[PRESS RELEASE] – AUSTIN, Texas, July 22, 2025 – The Texas Hemp Industry Council (THBC) issued the next observation in regards to the advent of Senate Invoice 5 all the way through a different consultation of the 89th Texas Legislature:
“Some Texas lawmakers are as soon as once more ignoring the info, the general public and the governor.
“In spite of Governor Abbott’s veto of S.B. 3 and overwhelming opposition from Texans, Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick and Senator Charles Perry are actually pushing S.B. 5, a reckless repeat that may ban federally criminal hemp merchandise, kill small companies and criminalize accountable customers, all underneath the false premise of public protection.
“Governor Abbott were given it proper the primary time: Banning hemp is dangerous coverage and dangerous for Texas. His veto secure a $5.5 billion state trade that helps over 50,000 jobs and contributes $268 million in annual retail tax income.
“Texans have spoken loudly and obviously. With 150,000 petition signatures, 8,000 handwritten letters and 3 statewide polls, the message is identical: Prohibition doesn’t paintings. What Texans need is sensible, accountable law.
“That’s why THBC strongly helps H.B. 4242, a common sense selection that comes with 21+ age limits, child-resistant packaging and setbacks from colleges. It’s the best trail ahead for public protection, financial freedom and the way forward for hemp in Texas.”
