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Is Texas quietly setting the tone for how states handle intoxicating hemp going forward?Today on TDR Cannabis in Five, we’re looking at Texas’ revised rule restricting hemp-derived THC products for anyone under 21 — news first reported by Marijuana Moment — and how this connects to the state’s growing medical marijuana program.Texas officials have updated the rule to formalize the 21+ restriction, adjust penalties for retailers, and add a new “reasonable mistake” defense when customers appear 40 or older. At the same time, Texas is preparing to expand its medical cannabis program with more dispensaries and updated qualifying conditions.It’s a two-track system developing in real time: tighter rules for hemp, more access for medical patients.The takeaway — Texas is moving toward a more structured, regulated approach, and both the hemp and medical markets will feel the effects headed into 2026.#TexasCannabis #TexasHemp #CannabisNews #TDRCannabisInFive #HempPolicy #TexasTHC #MedicalCannabisTexas #HempIndustry #CannabisRegulation #ShaddDalesWant to see more Cannabis Reform videos?   • New York Study Shows Medical Cannabis Cuts...     • Cannabis vs Alcohol & Pharma: What’s Reall...     • Dina Titus Demands Answers from Attorney G...     • Senator Blocks Trump Drug Czar Nominee | T...  Want to be updated on Cannabis, Small Cap, AI, and Crypto? Subscribe to our Daily Baked in Newsletter!https://newsletter.thedalesreport.com...Find us as well on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn and on the Web:Facebook:   / thedalesreport  Twitter:   / thedalesreport  Instagram:   / dalesreport  LinkedIn:

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