September 10, 2025

New Regulations for Hemp THC Products in Texas

News Summary

Governor Greg Abbott is set to implement new regulations on hemp THC products in Texas through an executive order. This move aims to address issues of youth access and consumer safety, potentially establishing a minimum purchase age of 21 and limiting THC content in consumable products. Additionally, a ban on synthetic cannabinoids may be introduced, alongside age verification systems for retailers. While the Texas Hemp Business Council supports these reforms, opposition remains among some lawmakers. As changes unfold, the cannabis community awaits further details on the new regulations.

Texas Governor Greg Abbott to Regulate THC Products

AUSTIN, Texas – Governor Greg Abbott is set to issue an executive order intended to regulate hemp-derived THC products in Texas. This action comes in response to the state legislature’s failure to enact any regulations during two consecutive special sessions.

The forthcoming executive order is expected to assign the responsibility of crafting regulations for the cannabinoid hemp industry to the Texas Department of State Health Services. Among the anticipated measures, a proposed minimum purchase age of 21 years for cannabinoid hemp products is likely to be implemented to curb youth access.

In addition to age restrictions, the regulations may limit the content of THC in consumable products to 0.3% or 3 milligrams of THC per serving. Furthermore, Abbott’s plan could include a ban on consumable hemp products containing synthetic cannabinoids, such as delta-8 THC, a substance derived from non-intoxicating CBD.

The proposed reforms are also expected to introduce mandatory age verification systems, comprehensive testing and labeling requirements for products, and specific distance setbacks for retailers from schools. Business fees may see an increase as a part of the regulatory framework aiming to enhance consumer safety and market oversight.

The Texas Hemp Business Council has indicated support for these measures, advocating for practical reforms that align with regulations established in 2019. These existing measures require full-panel testing, licensing, and labeling of all consumable hemp products to ensure product safety and transparency.

Abbott is advocating for consumer safety improvements, including the use of child-resistant packaging for THC products. This emphasis on regulation stands in contrast to Lt. Governor Dan Patrick, who has remained opposed to any form of regulation and has consistently pushed for a complete ban on THC products within the state.

In June, Abbott exercised his veto power against a total THC ban proposed by the Senate, reaffirming his stance that regulation is preferable to outright prohibition. Following the recent adjournment of the second special session on September 3, which resulted in a lack of new state laws concerning THC, Abbott indicated that executive action could be implemented “soon.”

While Texas currently permits the sale of consumable hemp products, the introduction of these regulations aims to systematically control access to THC-producing products amid growing concerns regarding youth consumption. The specific timeline for the implementation of the executive order and detailed regulations remains unclear, although Abbott has urged residents to remain attentive for forthcoming updates.

As the state moves forward, the developments in this regulatory framework could significantly reshape the market for cannabinoid hemp products in Texas, reminding consumers and businesses alike of the shifting landscape within cannabis legislation and the ongoing efforts toward ensuring safe consumption practices.

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