Texas Considers Banning THC and Hemp Amidst Public Debate

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Longhorns legend Ricky Williams is urging Texas Governor Greg Abbott to veto a bill that would ban all consumable hemp-derived products containing THC, arguing it restricts personal freedom and harms those who benefit from such products, including veterans and families. The bill has passed the Texas legislature and awaits Abbott's signature, with Williams advocating for a veto to prevent Texas from moving backward on marijuana laws.
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