Texas Executive Order GA-56: New Hemp THC Rules Explained
Safety for Kids, Freedom for Adults: A Deep Dive into Texas’s Executive Order GA-56 on Hemp-Derived THC Regulation On September 10, 2025, Governor Greg Abbott signed Executive Order GA-56, charting a cautious yet proactive course for regulating hemp-derived THC products in Texas. In his succinct framing of the initiative, Abbott declared it a move toward […]
Alternatives to THC Vapes in Texas: Safe, Legal, and Effective Options
Alternatives to THC Vapes: Safe, Legal, and Effective Options As Texas considers laws that could make THC vapes illegal, many consumers are looking for practical, enjoyable, and compliant alternatives to continue their wellness or recreational cannabis routines. Whether you’re exploring cannabis for relaxation, creativity, or social connection, there are plenty of methods to consider beyond […]
Texas SB 5 vs SB 3: Another Attempt To Ban Hemp
SB 5 vs SB 3: An Attempt To Ban Texas Hemp (Again) Overview: What’s SB 5? During the July 2025 Texas special session, state lawmakers, specifically Charles Perry (who also introduced SB 3) introduced SB 5 to clamp down on hemp-derived intoxicating products. This bill aims to ban cannabinoids like Delta‑8, THCA, CBN, and CBC—while still allowing […]
Governor Abbott’s SB3 Veto Proclamation Explained
Governor Abbott’s SB3 Veto Proclamation Explained Governor Abbott’s SB 3 Veto Proclamation — Line-by-Line Breakdown You can read the full proclamation here:Gov. Abbott’s SB 3 Veto Proclamation (PDF) Opening Statement “To the Senate of the 89th Legislature, Regular Session:Pursuant to Article IV, Section 14, of the Texas Constitution, I, Greg Abbott, Governor of Texas, do […]
Texas Governor Greg Abbott Vetoes SB3: What’s Next?
Texas Governor Greg Abbott Vetoes SB3: What’s Next? On June 22, 2025, Governor Greg Abbott issued a veto of Senate Bill 3 (SB 3), a bill that would have effectively banned hemp-derived THC products across Texas. This move protects an $8 billion industry and more than 53,000 jobs tied to hemp and CBD products. But […]
Delta-9 Gummies on a Cruise: Legal Insights and Guidelines
Delta-9 Gummies on a Cruise: Legal Insights and Guidelines Navigating the complexities of traveling with Delta-9 THC products, such as gummies, requires a clear understanding of both legal frameworks and specific policies of travel providers. This article aims to provide comprehensive insights into the legality of Delta-9 THC in Texas, its status under federal law, […]
Rescheduling or Descheduling Marijuana?
Hello, everyone! Welcome back to the RESTART blog. If you’re new here, my name is Shayda. I’m the Co-Founder of RESTART, and today we’re diving into the debate of the century in the cannabis world. Should marijuana be rescheduled or descheduled? Now, while we operate in the hemp industry, the federal scheduling of marijuana affects […]
Traveling with CBD: 6 Facts You Need to Know
Whether you’re a seasoned CBD user or just getting started, it’s important to know how to travel with your CBD oil or other CBD products. From TSA guidelines to state laws, there are a few things you need to keep in mind when packing your CBD for a trip. Keep reading for our top facts […]
Legality of Hemp by State
“Total THC” refers to the legal argument that in order for a particular cannabis sample to meet the definition of “hemp” …
Misunderstood: A Brief History of Hemp in the US
This film is extremely interesting for anyone who’s curious about hemp. The film is well worth a watch and a share.
Texas Hemp Business Celebrates Itself Amid Setbacks
Read the full article on TexasMonthly.com You might not think singer Ky-Mani Marley—son of the reggae legend Bob Marley, who was as famous for his pot smoking and social justice promoting—would have much in common with Texas agriculture commissioner Sid Miller, a conservative Republican known both for suing the Biden administration and for a tweet […]
Luck Summit: Planting The Seed 2021
Our Co-Founder and CEO Shayda Torabi moderated three panels for Willie Nelson’s Luck Summit 2021. Hemp’s 50,000 Uses: Who Knew You Could do THAT with Hemp? Hemp was first introduced in North America in 1606, and grown by American farmers for paper, fuels, feed, and ropes. In the 1700s, farmers were even legally required to […]