Texans Fighting For Continued Legal Access To THC

Protecting Legal Hemp in Texas: Benefits and Advocacy Against SB 5

Published: July 25, 2025 | Author: Shane Shipman 

Why Hemp Matters in Texas

Thanks to the 2018 Farm Bill, hemp-derived products—legally defined as cannabis with less than 0.3% Delta-9 THC—have transformed lives in Texas. As highlighted in a recent X post by Shane Shipman (https://t.co/5KTUFYWx1k), these products offer legal access to cannabinoids that relieve pain, inflammation, anxiety, and nausea. Studies (e.g., 2025 Journal of Cannabis Research) confirm minimal harm, with less than 1% serious adverse events, making hemp a safe alternative to pharmaceuticals.

Yet, this access is under threat. Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick pushes for a total ban, while Gov. Greg Abbott seeks to stop intoxicating THC sales. Senate Bill 5 (SB 5), introduced on July 21, 2025, could restrict or criminalize these products, risking an underground market.

The Benefits Backed by Evidence

  • Pain Relief: CBD and THCA reduce chronic pain without opioid risks.
  • Inflammation: CBG and CBC show anti-inflammatory properties in early studies.
  • Anxiety: CBD modulates the endocannabinoid system, easing stress safely.
  • Nausea: CBDA, found in raw hemp, outperforms some anti-nausea drugs (2017 study).

With 60% of Texans supporting cannabis reform (2025 UT/Texas Tribune Poll), the demand is clear—yet legislation lags behind science.

The Threat of SB 5 and Legislative Push

SB 5, currently in a special session, proposes regulations with potential bans on consumable hemp products. Patrick’s SB 3 on June 22, 2025, was overturned, and Abbott’s stance signals a crackdown. If passed (SB 5), this could drive users to unsafe, unregulated sources, undoing the $8 billion hemp industry and 50,000 jobs (FOX 7 Austin, 2025).

We must act to ensure safe, legal access persists.

How You Can Fight Back

Take Action Now!

  1. Attend Hearings: Monitor capitol.texas.gov for SB 5 updates and testify in person or online.
  2. Contact Legislators: Email Sen. Charles Perry (charles.perry@senate.texas.gov) with your story—e.g., “Hemp eased my pain; don’t ban it!”
  3. Spread Awareness: Share this post on X with #LegalTexasCannabis and tag @GovAbbott, @DanPatrick.
  4. Support Vendors: Buy from licensed retailers like BeeHippy (beehippy.com) to strengthen the legal market.
  5. Join Advocacy: Volunteer with NORML Texas or the Hemp Industry Association.

Together, we can push for regulation over prohibition, keeping hemp legal and safe.

Stay Informed

Check back for updates, or follow @TexasTribune and @HempTX on X. The special session ends July 31—act before then! Questions? Leave a comment below.

This is not medical advice. These products are not intended to diagnose or treat any disease. This page is for educational purposes only. Consult your medical professional before trying any new supplements or drugs. 

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