Email From Texas Cannabis Policy Center


Hi Shane,


The Texas House Public Health Committee will hear House Bill 5 — a duplicate of Sen. Perry's wildly unpopular THC ban — on Wednesday, August 13, at 9:00 a.m. While it's unlikely that the House will have a quorum in time to actually pass the bill, this hearing is an VERY important opportunity for opponents of prohibition to take a stand for responsible regulations.


TAKE ACTION: Submit public comments online to share your opposition to HB 5 as written! (Thoughtful comments delivered respectfully will make the most impact.)

HB 5 is a sweeping proposal that would ban nearly all hemp-derived cannabinoids, limiting the market to just CBD and CBG, and impose harsh criminal penalties for products that are currently federally legal and widely used by Texans. Find a full overview of the bill here.


Governor Abbott vetoed similar legislation earlier this year, calling instead for a regulatory approach that protects public health without banning legal hemp products. Public Health Committee members now have the chance to follow that directive by overhauling HB 5.

Opportunities for Advocacy


1. Show Up at the Capitol

Come to Austin on hearing day to register your opposition to HB 5. You don’t need to testify to make an impact — signing up in opposition sends a powerful message.


2. Submit Written Testimony

If you have valuable insight or personal experience, prepare your written testimony now. You can:

  • Submit it in person at the Capitol (recommended). Bring 20 printed copies for committee members, and keep your testimony clear, personal, and respectful; or
  • Submit it online through the Public Health Committee’s portal.


3. Deliver Oral Testimony

If you speak in person, you’ll have 2 minutes — focus on your strongest points.

Dress professionally, avoid repeating others’ testimony, and remain respectful. Details here.


4. Contact Your State Representative

Ask them to support evidence-based regulation instead of prohibition.


Texans agree — a recent poll found 79% support keeping hemp-derived THC products legal with added safety regulations.


This is about freedom, public safety, and economic opportunity. Prohibition will not make Texans safer — it will lead to more arrests, more criminal records, and a booming illicit market with no oversight.


Attend the hearing in person Wednesday, August 13, at 9:00 a.m. or watch the livestream here.

Toward Liberty,


Heather Fazio

Texas Cannabis Policy Center

www.TexasCannabisPolicy.org

www.TexasCannabisConference.org


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