Relating to the regulation of certain products derived from hemp, including consumable hemp products and the hemp-derived cannabinoids contained in those products; requiring occupational licenses and registrations; imposing fees; creating criminal offenses; authorizing an administrative penalty.
HB 6 regulates consumable hemp products in Texas, including items like CBD edibles, oils, and vape products containing hemp-derived cannabinoids. It requires businesses to obtain occupational licenses and pay fees, while establishing criminal penalties for violations. The bill exempts certain products (like hemp seed oil used in food), research activities, medical prescriptions, and hemp cultivation under separate agricultural laws. It also defines "minor" as anyone under 21 to address product safety for youth. The law aims to create a regulatory framework for these products under Texas Health and Safety Code.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Aug 2025
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Aug 18, 2025
Last action Aug 18, 2025
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Aug 18, 2025
Committee
Referred to Public Health
lower
Aug 18, 2025
Introduced
Read first time
lower
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Gary VanDeaver
RRepublican
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