Poll Shows Texas GOP Voters Oppose Pending Hemp Ban Bill

Texas is at a crossroads with SB 3, a bill that could potentially dismantle the state's thriving hemp industry by banning products with THC. However, a surprising new poll shows that the very people lawmakers expected to support the ban—Republican primary voters—are actually pushing back. Nearly half of surveyed Republicans oppose the measure, and a massive 72% believe veterans should have the right to choose THC over addictive opioids. Industry advocates are warning that this heavy-handed legislation would destroy small businesses and thousands of jobs while failing to reflect what Texans actually want. Governor Abbott has until June 22 to decide whether to sign, veto, or let it pass, while over 100,000 residents have already signed petitions demanding a veto. For the community, this is a huge deal because it proves that cannabis access is becoming a non-partisan issue centered on personal liberty and wellness. Seeing conservative voters stand up for hemp accessibility gives us hope that common sense might actually prevail over outdated prohibition tactics in Texas.