Texas Hemp Bill In Limbo

August 8, 2025 – The Texas hemp bill, Senate Bill 5, faces significant delays due to a Democratic walkout that stalled legislative proceedings. The bill seeks to ban the manufacture, sale, and possession of consumable hemp products containing any form of THC, while still allowing non-psychoactive components like CBD and CBG. Authored by State Sen. Charles Perry, the legislation has stirred intense debate over public health, enforcement practicality, and its impact on small businesses.

The Texas hemp-derived cannabinoid market was estimated to have total revenue of $5.5 billion and an overall economic impact of $10.3 billion in 2025, according to a report by Whitney Economics commissioned by the Texas Hemp Business Council.

Senate Bill 5 (SB 5) in Texas aims to ban the retail sale of intoxicating cannabinoid products, including those in beverages.

Democrats staged a walkout during the bill’s advancement. Effectively denying the chamber the quorum needed to vote. The absence of enough lawmakers temporarily halted progress and put the bill’s fate in limbo during the special legislative session.

Texas Governor Gregg Abbott effectively vetoed a similar bill during the 2025 regular session.

Pro Hemp and Pro THC organizations remain hopeful the ‘loophole’ that allows for legal sales of THC containing products in Texas remains open.