March 8, 2026
Texas Legislature Passes Expanded Medical Cannabis Bill
Historic legislation passed this week expands the Texas Compassionate Use Program to include chronic pain and PTSD. The new bill, effective June 2026, increases THC limits to 5% and adds 12 new qualifying conditions, marking the most significant cannabis reform in Texas history.
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March 5, 2026
CBD Market in Texas Reaches $890 Million in 2026
Texas CBD sales surge as new retail regulations take effect. The Texas Department of State Health Services reports record growth in licensed CBD retailers, with over 3,200 registered dispensaries statewide. Hemp-derived products now available in 94% of Texas counties following federal Farm Bill updates.
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March 1, 2026
Houston Opens First Hemp Innovation Center
The Texas Hemp Research Institute launches a $40 million facility in Houston focused on sustainable hemp cultivation and CBD extraction technology. The center aims to position Texas as a national leader in hemp agriculture, with projections of 15,000 acres under cultivation by end of 2026.
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