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Texas Senate Affairs Committee Hearing on Intoxicating Hemp Products

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I recently had the privilege of testifying before the Texas Senate Affairs Committee which recently held a hearing to discuss the complexities and challenges surrounding cannabinoid products (both consumable and non-consumable).
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Dear Texas Monthly Editor

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Access to hemp makes a difference in the lives of so many Texans. As the family that founded and operates The Happy Cactus Apothecary, we meet these folks every day. Since your story on hemp ran in the recent edition of Texas Monthly, many have asked us to share their stories and address the issu…
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Federal Judge Orders Stay of DEA Subpoena of Vape Shops in Allen, Texas

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Hemp Lawyer David Sergi Fights to Protect the Rights and Privacy of Local Businesses, Their Workers, and Customers  (Allen/San Marcos, TX) Texas Hemp Lawyer David Sergi won a stay against a Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) subpoena that targeted nearly every vape shop in Allen, Texas. “This action b…
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Hemp Industry Leaders of Texas

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STRENGTH IN NUMBERS My company will donate 250k to lobby a bill to save your business.  Please read up and send it to your friends. AJ Velador here, I’m pretty sure you all know me by now and the ones who don’t please ask around because I’ve been in trenches with all of you duri…
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Bastrop Poised to Decriminalize Low-Level Marijuana Offenses

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In a significant move for cannabis reform, the city of Bastrop, Texas, is on the brink of decriminalizing low-level marijuana offenses. This progressive shift aligns Bastrop with other Texas cities that are reevaluating their approach to cannabis, reflecting a broader trend toward more lenient ma…
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Top Funding Solutions for Hemp Entrepreneurs in Texas.

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The hemp and cannabis industry in Texas is booming, with entrepreneurs eager to find funding for their new and expanding businesses. Despite facing unique challenges, several promising funding options are available to help these ventures thrive as listed below. Option #1- State and or (limited) F…
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Wyatt Purp: The Brand Changing Texas Cannabis landscape

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(Story Originally written Jan 16th 2023 but was withheld by Wyatt Purp Legal Council)   Longtime friends Wyatt Larew and Dustin Ragon started their cannabis brand, Wyatt Purp. The business name stems from their cannabis oil that turns purple when it oxidizes. It’s also a play on Wyatt Earp, …
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Lawsuit Dismissal: A Major Win for Texas Cannabis Industry

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In a landmark decision, a Travis County judge has dismissed the lawsuit filed by Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton against Austin’s progressive marijuana decriminalization ordinance. This ruling represents a significant victory for the cannabis industry, signaling a potential shift towards …
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Alternative Products Expo: Houston June 20-22

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Introducing the best industry event for smoke shop professionals. Texas Hemp Reporter invites you to Alternative Products Expo! This June 20th at Houston’s George R. Brown Convention Center, experience a 3-day gathering of the best from the world of Hemp, Vape, CBD, Kratom and everything smoke sh…
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TX Banning Delta-8 THC?

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In a pivotal move this week, the Texas Senate State Affairs Committee convened to explore potential pathways for banning Delta-8 THC, following a directive from Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick. The hearing laid bare a host of issues that have thrust this hemp-derived compound into the eye of a growing storm…
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The New Hemp Industry Landscape; More than Moving Pounds

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From Texas to Maine, California to Florida, it’s nearly impossible to walk into a retail, grocery, or convenience store without seeing a THC-infused beverage, hemp-derived gummies, or CBD oil.   What was once known as modern-day snake oil, CBD, and hemp in general, is here to stay. In today’…
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Meet Elevated Trading

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Meet Cody Sandone, Founder & CEO of Elevated Trading Why did you get into the hemp industry?   In 2019, I was introduced to the industry by a family friend, and we invested in a large outdoor farm in Southern Oregon. I was expecting a capital return, but the farmer was having trouble sel…
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Texas Freedom Wholesaler: Pioneers in CBD Manufacturers

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Nestled in the vibrant city of Texarkana, approximately 180 miles from Dallas, Texas Freedom Wholesalers has quickly become a symbol of the state’s burgeoning hemp and CBD industry as one of the first manufacturers in Texas.  With a commitment to high-quality CBD products derived from organ…
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Texas THC Beverage Challenge: 2024

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In a delightful display of taste and aroma, the Texas Hemp Reporter hosted its premier THC Beverage Challenge, bringing together flavors from across the state in a spirited contest of the senses. Held in a lively, yet meticulously controlled blind taste test, six volunteers embarked on a four-hou…
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DEA Rescheduling of Cannabis and Its Broader Impact on Texas

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In a landmark decision by the Biden administration, marijuana is set to be reclassified from a Schedule I to a Schedule III controlled substance, reflecting a significant shift in the federal stance on cannabis. This pivotal change, stemming from recommendations by the U.S. Department of Health a…
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Dear Grandma, Lt. Gov Dan Patrick is coming after your Hemp Products

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I hope that this finds you doing well, but your grandson has some concerns about your near future.   I’ve tried telling you in the past that he was looking into ways he could do this. I remember you telling me that there was nothing on the news about it, so it must be my […]
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both Jay Maguire from the Texas hemp Federation and Jesse Williams from the Texas cannabis Collective joined the discussion this week regarding sb3 and the state of several bills in the 89th Texas Legislature. Countdown only 2 weeks remain! WILL HEMP SURVIVE IN TEXAS? Bad Science, Bogus Raids, and Bad Bills Testing Issues Law Enforcement Raids Timely Regulatory Bills Will Hemp Survive? www.texashempreporter.com Www.BlazedNews.com

both Jay Maguire from the Texas hemp Federation and Jesse Williams from the Texas cannabis Collective joined the discussion this week regarding sb3 and the state of several bills in the 89th Texas Legislature. Countdown only 2 weeks remain!

WILL HEMP SURVIVE IN TEXAS?

Bad Science, Bogus Raids, and Bad Bills
Testing Issues
Law Enforcement Raids
Timely Regulatory Bills

Will Hemp Survive?

www.texashempreporter.com
Www.BlazedNews.com

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REEFER MADNESS: Bad Science, Bogus Raids, and Bad Bills

Blazed Weekly News May 16, 2025 2:45 am

Nick Mortillaro and Shaun Salvaja talk with Rachel and Russ about the language in the House adaptation of SB3. It is initially not a good looking bill for fans of Smokable Hemp. And reads as though HB28 has turned into SB3 for the time being. Next the full House of Representatives will vote on the bill. We urge you to reach out to your congressman and say NO TO SB3! We need education for lawmakers to understand the industry better before rushing to push the laws banning these products and an industry. #txhempshow #media #podcast #radio #magazine #blazednews #health www.texashempreporter.com www.BlazedNews.com

Nick Mortillaro and Shaun Salvaja talk with Rachel and Russ about the language in the House adaptation of SB3. It is initially not a good looking bill for fans of Smokable Hemp.

And reads as though HB28 has turned into SB3 for the time being. Next the full House of Representatives will vote on the bill.

We urge you to reach out to your congressman and say NO TO SB3!

We need education for lawmakers to understand the industry better before rushing to push the laws banning these products and an industry.


#txhempshow #media #podcast #radio #magazine #blazednews #health

www.texashempreporter.com
www.BlazedNews.com

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Is SB3 Now HB28? Moves to House for Vote

Blazed Weekly News May 2, 2025 12:44 am

Today's panel features Cynthia Cabrera and Mark Bordas with the Texas Hemp Business Council... the two discuss policy expectations and legislative movement within the language of several bills that are up for review in the house. the open discussion with Russell and Mark and Cynthia is informative and eye-opening as the panel discusses federal law, Texas law, and the battle between the states rights against big alcohol, big Pharma, and multi-state operators. 38 Days left in the 89th Legislative session. #espnaustin #printisnotdead #magazine #podcast #txhempshow

Today's panel features Cynthia Cabrera and Mark Bordas with the Texas Hemp Business Council… the two discuss policy expectations and legislative movement within the language of several bills that are up for review in the house.

the open discussion with Russell and Mark and Cynthia is informative and eye-opening as the panel discusses federal law, Texas law, and the battle between the states rights against big alcohol, big Pharma, and multi-state operators.

38 Days left in the 89th Legislative session.

#espnaustin
#printisnotdead
#magazine
#podcast

#txhempshow

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Cynthia Cabrera & Mark Bordas: Legislative Update 89th Legislative Session

Blazed Weekly News April 25, 2025 1:57 am

April - 420 Show - Live Gruene Botanicals San Antonio April 21, 2025 • 59 mins Live from central SA TX at Gruene Botanicals, with food, graffiti, infused drinks, a smoke box , live DJ and more . . . We podcast record this weeks show from the parking lot on Hildebrand with Sean and James. Sean owns 4 locations of Gruene Botanicals while James owns 3GCC, both are loyal sponsors of the show and we all got together on the Saturday before Easter/420 for an event that celebrates the culture of this wonderful plant. PODCAST # 213 LIVE EVENT! Check them both out here: https://www.gruenebotanicals.com/ https://www.3gccllc.com/ Our Show Page: https://www.1027espn.com/show/blazed-weekly-news/ to sponsor the show email: blazednewz@gmail.com

April – 420 Show – Live Gruene Botanicals San Antonio

April 21, 2025 • 59 mins
Live from central SA TX at Gruene Botanicals, with food, graffiti, infused drinks, a smoke box , live DJ and more . . .
We podcast record this weeks show from the parking lot on Hildebrand with Sean and James.

Sean owns 4 locations of Gruene Botanicals while James owns 3GCC, both are loyal sponsors of the show and we all got together
on the Saturday before Easter/420 for an event that celebrates the culture of this wonderful plant.

PODCAST # 213 LIVE EVENT!

Check them both out here:
https://www.gruenebotanicals.com/
https://www.3gccllc.com/


Our Show Page:
https://www.1027espn.com/show/blazed-weekly-news/

to sponsor the show email:
blazednewz@gmail.com

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420 Show – Gruene Botanicals San Antonio

Blazed Weekly News April 22, 2025 9:05 pm

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