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Texas Lawmakers Consider THC Ban, Threatening $8 Billion Industry

4/18/2025

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Texas lawmakers are on the verge of a significant decision, contemplating a ban on THC products just six years after legalization ignited a booming multibillion-dollar industry. Senate Bill 3 raises alarms over safety, but critics warn that such a ban could devastate jobs and strip away vital tax revenue from the thriving $8 billion market.

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Texas lawmakers are on the verge of a significant decision, contemplating a ban on THC products just six years after legalization ignited a booming multibillion-dollar industry. Senate Bill 3 raises alarms over safety, but critics warn that such a ban could devastate jobs and strip away vital tax revenue from the thriving $8 billion market.