USDA releases interim hemp rules and proposal for public comment
After reviewing and evaluating the comments, USDA will draft and publish a final rule within…
Challenging The Industry Norms
I have wrestled with this question for as long as I have been in the legal cannabis industry. Why is it that we took the same black market business framework […]
A Patient in New Mexico; A Criminal in Texas.
As Texas Cannabis Collective reported in June, New Mexico passed an amendment changing the language for qualifying patients of the Lynn and Erin Compassionate Use Act. Prior to the amendment, […]
Cannabis Law and Music: An Interview with Lawyers/Musicians Chris Harris and Will Hutson
In the subject of law surrounding cannabis possession, usage and cultivation in Texas, the true unsung heroes will always remain our translators of the confusion, none other than our dedicated […]
LBJ Future Forum discusses what are the economic, social, and cultural impacts of legalizing marijuana.
The LBJ Future Forum is a vibrant and energetic public policy discussion forum that provides thought leadership through compelling programs and activities, inspiring the doers of today and the builders […]
Marijuana advocates address TxDPS suspension of Compassionate Use applications
In a surprise turn of events from the information the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) posted on September 16th, the department has decided to suspend the application process until […]
DSHS gets feedback at public hearing over hemp law
The Texas Department of State Health Services held a public hearing to gather feedback from stake holders on creating Chapter 443 of the health and Safety code.
Texas Rep Gutierrez Proposes Marijuana Legalization to Fund Schools
Ten states currently have full marijuana legalization in place and State Rep Rolando Gutierrez (D-San Antonio) says Texas can be number eleven in the 2021 session. Gutierrez says his proposal, […]