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Why "Regulate Cannabis Like Alcohol" Is Catching On
Shadd Dales and Anthony Varrell cover major developments in both U.S. and international cannabis markets — from Texas politics to European expansion.First, we break down Governor Greg Abbott’s veto of Senate Bill 3 (SB3) — a bill that would’ve effectively banned all consumable hemp-derived THC products in Texas, including Delta-8 and Delta-9. Abbott called the bill “overly broad,” warning it could unintentionally criminalize parents, veterans, and legal operators. Shadd and Anthony weigh in: was this a rare win for the hemp industry, or just a temporary pause before stricter regulation?Then…
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