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Texas Senate Passes Bill Banning THC Sales at 21

8/2/2025

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The Texas Senate has taken a bold step by passing Senate Bill 5, which prohibits THC sales while permitting CBD and CBG. Responding to Governor Greg Abbott's earlier veto, the bill raises the purchasing age to 21 and seeks to bolster hemp farmers. A final Senate vote will precede its journey to the House.

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Story summary

The Texas Senate has taken a bold step by passing Senate Bill 5, which prohibits THC sales while permitting CBD and CBG. Responding to Governor Greg Abbott's earlier veto, the bill raises the purchasing age to 21 and seeks to bolster hemp farmers. A final Senate vote will precede its journey to the House.