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New poll shows most Texans want marijuana legalized, but Gov. Greg Abbott says he won’t budge
The governor said he supports reducing possession penalties but won’t support legalizing weed.
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Four more states are likely to legalize cannabis this year. Texas isn’t one of them.
The chief roadblock is the state’s powerful lieutenant governor, who controls the Texas Senate.
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Austin voters pass measure stopping low-level pot arrests and no-knock warrants
The proposition passed with more than 85% voter approval.
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People are less likely to drive while stoned in states that have legal marijuana, new study finds
Based on when the study data was collected, Texas was considered a state where cannabis is illegal.
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Texas medical cannabis supplier will sell smaller gummy packages for new users and those on a budget
The packages’ $35 price point will make them easier for those new to medical marijuana to try.
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Austin voters casting ballots to decide whether to decriminalize marijuana, ban “no-knock” warrants
The ballot initiative is the result of a petition drive by the progressive group Ground Game Texas.
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Potential patients can follow this five-step process to obtain medical cannabis in Texas
Texas’ medical cannabis program is restrictive but not difficult to navigate once you know the process.
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After New Mexico legalizes weed, Texans are crossing the border to buy there
New Mexico sold $9.9 million in cannabis during the first week it was legal, and dispensaries along the Texas border banked.
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U.S. House passes cannabis legalization — again
It’s only the second time in more than 50 years that Congress has voted to repeal cannabis prohibition.
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Austin may allow first responders to obtain medical marijuana prescriptions for their PTSD
If the rule changes, those who carry firearms or drive motor vehicles still wouldn’t be able to use legal pot.
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One of Texas’ three medical cannabis suppliers puts San Antonio on ‘short list’ for dispensary
Texas Original Compassionate Cultivation, which unveiled plans for a Houston dispensary, said SA may be close behind.
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Both candidates in Democratic runoff for Texas Attorney General reiterate call to legalize cannabis
Rochelle Garza and Joe Jaworski made legalization a campaign pledge. Now they’re doubling down.
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Beto O’Rourke says the GOP-controlled Texas Legislature would back his plan to legalize weed
“I’ll let you in on a secret: Republicans like to get high just as much as Democrats,” the former El Paso congressman said.
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Texas cannabis dispensary launches THC-infused chocolates
The same company introduced a mobile dispensary called the Cannabus last fall
