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Committee hears divided testimony on hemp and THC bill; advocates urge regulation, opponents warn of limits
Summary
Senate Bill 6, addressing regulations on consumable hemp and THC products, drew testimony from medical patients, small‑business advocates and law‑enforcement critics. Witnesses urged full regulation and easier access to medical cannabinoids; the committee voted to report SB 6 favorably.
The Senate Committee on State Affairs took public testimony on Senate Bill 6, a measure aimed at restricting certain consumable hemp and THC products and creating a regulatory framework. Speakers at the hearing included patients who said THC products were medically necessary, small‑business owners, and advocates for decriminalization.
Why it matters: The bill would reshape the legal market for cannabinoid products in Texas—affecting businesses, patients who use THC for…
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