Texas medical marijuana industry to push for hemp age restrictions and delta-8 ban
Medical program leaders want a ban on synthetic delta-8 THC, which makes up the bulk of consumable hemp products. Full Story
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Medical program leaders want a ban on synthetic delta-8 THC, which makes up the bulk of consumable hemp products. Full Story
A North Texas man charged with capital murder after slipping mifepristone into his girlfriend’s food signals another attempt to rein in abortion pills. Full Story
The U.S. Supreme Court cleared the way for President Donald Trump’s executive order ending birthright citizenship to take effect in certain states in 30 days. Full Story
Although Patrick and hemp industry leaders have quarreled over the risks and benefits of THC, cannabis researchers say it can be addictive but doesn’t usually cause widespread psychosis or brain damage. Full Story
Texas remains younger than other states, but the number of older Texans has outpaced that of any other age group. Full Story
Texas and other states have criticized a decision by the national psychologist licensing board to add another expensive test in order for psychologists to become certified. Full Story
Hemp industry leaders say they agree with regulations similar to how the state regulates alcohol. Full Story
This week, we run an emergency episode to discuss Gov. Greg Abbott vetoing Texas THC ban and calling a special session. Will redistricting end up on the agenda? Full Story
Abbott cited uncertainty over federal funding of the program as his reason for rejecting the state’s participation. Full Story
More than 3 million people call rural Texas home, and many lack access to a primary care doctor. Full Story
A federal judge determined the state illegally institutionalized severely disabled people for decades, often in poorly run facilities. Full Story
State chapters of the nonprofit group that provide meals to seniors are waiting to hear from Washington how much of a hit their battered budgets will take. Full Story
The court split 6-3 along ideological lines on a case from Tennessee. About two dozen states have similar bans in place. Full Story
Texas hemp users stockpile products and consider moving out of state as ban looms, saying the medical marijuana program is currently an untenable alternative. Full Story
Amid a quiet legislative session for health, lawmakers’ priority legislation reinforced the U.S. health secretary’s agenda. Full Story
Three months ago, Texas lost $700 million in unspent federal pandemic-era funding. Full Story
Texas has strictly defined man and woman, leaving trans Texans in legal limbo. Full Story
Lawmakers have approved funding clinical trials for ibogaine as a treatment for addiction and brain trauma. It comes as Texas contemplates banning THC. Full Story
Of the more than 100 bills aimed at LGBTQ+ people in the state, less than 10 were approved by lawmakers this session. Full Story
The facility will bring mental health resources closer to the largely rural region that’s home to nearly 436,000 people. Full Story