Texas Hemp Business Council Rejects SB5 Hemp Ban

*AUSTIN, Texas —* The Texas Hemp Business Council (THBC) today issued the
following statement regarding the introduction of SB 5 during a special
session of the 89th Texas Legislature:

“Some Texas lawmakers are once again ignoring the facts, the public and the
governor.

“Despite Governor Abbott’s veto of SB 3 and overwhelming opposition from
Texans, Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick and Senator Charles Perry are now
pushing SB 5, a reckless repeat that would ban federally legal hemp
products, kill small businesses and criminalize responsible consumers, all
under the false premise of public safety.

“Governor Abbott got it right the first time: banning hemp is bad policy
and bad for Texas. His veto protected a $5.5 billion state industry that
supports over 50,000 jobs and contributes $268 million in annual retail tax
revenue.

“Texans have spoken loudly and clearly. With 150,000 petition signatures,
8,000 handwritten letters and three statewide polls, the message is the
same: prohibition doesn’t work. What Texans want is smart, responsible
regulation.

“That’s why THBC strongly supports HB 4242, a common-sense alternative that
includes 21+ age limits, child-resistant packaging and setbacks from
schools. It’s the right path forward for public safety, economic freedom
and the future of hemp in Texas.”
About the Texas Hemp Business Council

The Texas Hemp Business Council is an industry organization dedicated to
promoting the hemp-based cannabinoid industry in Texas, while advocating
for consumer safety, education and stakeholder engagement.