Texas Hemp Groups Sue to Block Delta-8 Ban Threatening $11 Billion Industry
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Updated · KEYE TV CBS Austin · Aug 3
Texas Hemp Groups Sue to Block Delta-8 Ban Threatening $11 Billion Industry
3 articles · Updated · KEYE TV CBS Austin · Aug 3
Summary
A federal lawsuit asks a judge to immediately halt Texas rules that took effect Friday and made it illegal to sell delta-8 products by classifying them as controlled substances.
The hemp groups argue the Department of State Health Services violated due process, conflicted with federal law and unfairly harmed businesses operating across state lines.
Texas Hemp Business Council says the change could cause widespread, irreparable damage to an $11 billion-a-year industry, while some retailers say they have already stopped sales and may close locations.
A federal judge will next decide whether to issue a temporary restraining order and set an expedited hearing on a preliminary injunction.