Episode 74: Live Legislative Update with Lisa Sewell of TFRMP
In this episode of the Lonestar Collective Podcast, hosts Jesse Williams, Gramps, and Austin Zamhariri welcome Lisa Sewell of Texans for Responsible Marijuana Policy as their guest. Lisa is an expert on the latest developments in Texas’ cannabis policy and will be sharing her knowledge and insights with the audience. Get ready for our upcoming lobby days as well!
Rep. Stephanie Klick files medical cannabis bill in the Texas House
Rep. Stephanie Klick has filed medical cannabis bill HB 1805 in the Texas House of Representatives this week. The bill this session is rather short compared to previous bills and is only two pages long.
Texas ballot initiatives hit snags after November passage
During the 2022 elections 5 Texas cities passed measures to stop arrests for misdemeanor amounts of marijuana flower, and it’s not exactly going as planned. Each had it’s own battle to get on the ballot, and each one now is facing it’s own implementation struggle.
CannaNews 12/10/2022 Killeen approves decrim, Dan Herer speaks at TOTHC, Senator Perry Files hemp bill
This week in cannabis news, the city of Killeen approved the marijuana decriminalization measure with some caveats, Texas senator Charles Perry has filed a hemp bill in the Senate, and Dan Herer speaks at the Taste of Texas Hemp Cup. Catch the speech now on our site, check out the article today.
Grow House Media Announces 3rd Annual Taste of Texas Hemp Cup
Hosted By AJ Channing, frontman for metal band Fire From the Gods & actor Peter Dante (Waterboy, Grandma’s Boy, Little Nicky), The Taste of Texas Hemp Cup returns for its third year and is ready to determine the best-of-the-best craft hemp cultivators & concentrate makers in history! The event will also feature a musical performance by Austin-based rap duo Blackillac, check out the article for more info and to buy tickets (starting at $20).
CannaNews 12/3/2022 Killeen Decriminalization Moratorium to Expire, Taste of Texas Hemp Cup
This week in cannabis news for Texas, the city of Killeen may be reviewing its cannabis decrim ordinance measure and could take several different steps to handle the ballot initiative. Liz Grow and Patrick Pope of GrowHouse Media come on the podcast to discuss hosting the Taste of Texas Hemp Cup. Read more now…
CannaNews 11/26: Decriminalization measures see pushback from city councils and managers
This past week has shown disappointment for cannabis advocates as 3 cities have refused to enact their cannabis decriminalization measures. Denton, Killeen, and Harker Heights city councils have all either voted against, for, or put to the wayside their voter approved initiatives. Read more in the article or listen to the podcast version on the go.
CannaNews 11/19 Biden to receive Senate passed research bill, TX begins filling cannabis bills for 2023
The Medical Marijuana and Cannabidiol Research Expansion Act passed the Senate today and is headed to Biden’s desk. The 88th Texas Legislature will convene to begin on Tuesday, January 10, 2023 at noon. Read more information in our weekly podcast and article update,
Victory in Denton: Decriminalization Measure Passed in North Texas has administrative backlash
While not the powerhouse of legalization that the 2020 election was, the 2022 midterm elections were still historic for cannabis reform nevertheless. In Denton the city is putting up a fight to the passed decriminalization measure this election cycle. There is still some opposition for the newly passed proposition by Denton Police. For more information read our latest article today.
88th Texas Legislature Cannabis Bills
The 88th Texas Legislature will convene to begin on Tuesday, January 10, 2023 at noon. Prefiling of legislation began on November 14, 2022. The 140th and final day of the 88th regular legislative session, known as “Sine die” is May 29, 2023. We hope to keep this page updated with bills as they are filed in the regular session. If a special session does take place with cannabis bills, a separate article will be published to address the situation. Read the article to learn more today. Forward to any people you know that want to get more information on this issue in Texas.