Texas Cannabis Laws
Hemp OnlyRegulated by Texas Department of Agriculture (hemp) / DSHS (compassionate use)
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Adult Use
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Medical
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Social Equity
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Interstate Ship
License Types Available
hemp cultivationhemp processinghemp retailcompassionate use
Residency Required:
Yes
License Cap:
Compassionate Use Registry limited to ~3 dispensing organizations
Vertical Integration:
N/A
Legalized:
Hemp legalized 2019 (HB 1325). Cannabis remains illegal.
Possession & Purchase Limits
Purchase Limits:
N/A — cannabis illegal. Hemp products with <0.3% THC allowed.
Possession Limits:
Cannabis possession is a criminal offense. Hemp products legal.
Cultivation:
Hemp cultivation requires TDA license. Cannabis cultivation illegal.
THC Limits
Flower
0.3% THC (hemp only)
Concentrate
0.3% THC (hemp only)
Edible
0.3% THC (hemp only)
Taxes
Excise Tax:
No cannabis tax (illegal)
Sales Tax:
6.25% state + local on hemp products
Shipping & Transport
In-State Shipping: Yes
Out-of-State: Yes
Hemp products (<0.3% THC) can be shipped freely. Cannabis cannot. March 2026 smokable hemp ban in effect.
Key Notes
Largest hemp-only market. Smokable hemp ban took effect March 2026 — major regulatory shift requiring pivot to edibles, tinctures, topicals. Compassionate Use Program extremely limited (low-THC only, few qualifying conditions). Full legalization unlikely before 2027+.
Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only. Cannabis laws change frequently. Consult a licensed attorney before making business decisions.