Gov. Greg Abbott can’t be enjoying all this. On one side, his powerful lieutenant governor, Dan Patrick, is foaming at the mouth to rid Texas of THC products, waving candy-flavored edibles around like they’re contraband at a kindergarten show-and-tell. On the other, you’ve got hemp farmers, military veterans, and people who like sleeping through the […]
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Despite Passing THC Ban, Texas Lt. Gov. Throws Tantrum That Smells Like Panic
Dan Patrick should be on top of the world. Texas’ lieutenant governor has just strong-armed lawmakers to pass his pet bill that bans THC in Texas, despite most Texans being against it. But instead of celebrating, the 75-year-old Maryland native seems cranky. On Wednesday, he held a press conference that was straight out of a […]
Texas is About to Ban All THC. Buy Your Gummies Now
Well, Texas, if you were hoping our elected officials might finally embrace reality, science, or even basic common sense when it comes to cannabis policy — lol, nope. Instead, the Texas House just gave a big yeehaw to banning all consumable hemp products that contain THC, because nothing says “freedom” like government micromanaging your gummies. […]
I Can’t Believe It’s Not Heroin!
(Editor’s Note: If you or a loved one struggle with substance abuse disorder, visit findtreatment.gov to learn about options for treatment and help. And don’t try any of this at home.) When I was 29, there was a vape shop by my apartment where I bought nicotine pouches. They sat on the shelf to the […]
The Most Powerful Man in Texas Really Wants to Ban THC
Texas’ days of legal THC might be over soon. Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick, the most powerful man in state government, said he’s making it a priority to ban “all forms of consumable THC from being sold in Texas.” The Texas Senate’s head honcho announced Wednesday evening that the THC ban will be introduced as Senate […]
