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Texas Hemp Rules: Court Weighs Extending Ban on DSHS Regulations Affecting Businesses

A Travis County court is reviewing DSHS rules that would ban most consumable hemp products and raise licensing fees, currently under a temporary restraining order set to expire Friday. Hemp businesses are seeking an injunction, arguing the rules cause irreparable economic harm and that the DSHS overstepped its regulatory authority by essentially creating new laws.

Apr 20, 2026

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Travis County Judge Halts Texas Ban on Smokable Hemp Sales

A Travis County judge temporarily halted new Texas state rules that banned smokable hemp sales, ruling they caused immediate, irreparable harm to businesses. While the ban is lifted for two weeks, significantly higher annual licensing fees for hemp retailers and manufacturers remain in effect, creating ongoing challenges for the industry. The court will revisit the ban on April 23 to decide on a longer suspension.

Apr 10, 2026

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