Danny boy you have done it this time. Good job lining the pockets of drug dealers and importers from other states!
TX Legislature will ban THC stores before they leave says Lt Gov Patrick
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Last: 20 days ago by flown-the-coop
in 2025, I don't understand how they* could still be ignorant on this topic.ETFan said:
Oh man, that dangerous THC, phew, thank you nanny state for holding my hand and redirecting my ways.
Guess I'll go back to being an alcoholic and prescription pill addict like my dad. Ended well for him!
Ignorant ****s, all of them.
"According to the Texas Legislative Budget Board, SB 3 is projected to result in a net negative impact of $19.27 million to general revenue-related funds during the biennium ending August 31, 2027. This includes estimated revenue declines of $9.04 million in 2026 and $10.23 million in 2027, with losses increasing to $11.69 million by 2030."
- $10.2 billion estimated total economic loss, including ripple effects across agriculture, manufacturing, and retail sectors
- 53,000 jobs at risk across 8,500+ businesses statewide
- $2.1 billion Annual wages, poof!
- $267 million lost in annual sales tax revenue
But the positives are:
- $10.2 billion estimated total economic loss, including ripple effects across agriculture, manufacturing, and retail sectors
- 53,000 jobs at risk across 8,500+ businesses statewide
- $2.1 billion Annual wages, poof!
- $267 million lost in annual sales tax revenue
But the positives are:
Please inform me.Gig em G said:in 2025, I don't understand how you could still be ignorant on this topic.ETFan said:
Oh man, that dangerous THC, phew, thank you nanny state for holding my hand and redirecting my ways.
Guess I'll go back to being an alcoholic and prescription pill addict like my dad. Ended well for him!
Ignorant ****s, all of them.
EDIT: I misread! I have been informed.
Sorry, my post was poorly worded. I didn't mean you specifically.
I meant I don't understand how Dan Patrick, our state legislatures or anyone could be so ignorant about this at this point. They are indeed stupid ****s and it should be legalized.
I meant I don't understand how Dan Patrick, our state legislatures or anyone could be so ignorant about this at this point. They are indeed stupid ****s and it should be legalized.
Well damn! Sorry as well for responding so... tersely.Gig em G said:
Sorry, my post was poorly worded. I didn't mean you specifically.
I meant I don't understand how Dan Patrick, our state legislatures or anyone could be so ignorant about this at this point. They are indeed stupid ****s and it should be legalized.
Agreed, pretty wild play by the GOP here. I really, really don't get it. This has no support.
Stupid ****in dan
ETFan said:Well damn! Sorry as well for responding so... tersely.Gig em G said:
Sorry, my post was poorly worded. I didn't mean you specifically.
I meant I don't understand how Dan Patrick, our state legislatures or anyone could be so ignorant about this at this point. They are indeed stupid ****s and it should be legalized.
Agreed, pretty wild play by the GOP here. I really, really don't get it. This has no support.
Probably has major support of the powerful alcohol distributor lobby. Wouldn't surprise me if they're at the center of this. Still bitter about relaxing the regulations on microbrews
Just now: With an 86-53 vote, the Texas House approves @TomOliverson's amendment that would revert SB 3 to the THC ban approved by the Texas Senate.
— Hannah Norton (@HannahNorton89) May 22, 2025
The bill is then initially approved by a 95-44 vote. #txlege
I want to thank Speaker @Burrows4TX, Rep. @TomOliverson, and House members for their support in passing SB3 by a vote of 95-44 on second reading to ban THC and protect Texas children and adults from this dangerous, highly-potent, uncontrolled substance, that is destroying lives…
— Office of the Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick (@LtGovTX) May 22, 2025
Texas House Approves Bill To Ban Consumable Hemp-Derived THC Products: "We're still rehashing parts of ‘Reefer Madness’ from the ‘50s and ‘60s. We thought that we've gotten past this."https://t.co/uu75MaZX9f
— Marijuana Moment (@MarijuanaMoment) May 22, 2025
At the moment, it's a full THC ban. The House had considered synthetic cannabanoid ban with heavy THC regulation.
Isn't time to primary Dan Patrick? The guy's a stooge and an embarrassment to Texas.
Also, I looked at the comments on Dan Patrick's X post, and one of them is from "Pole Assassin's Monkey." That person has to post here, right?
Also, I looked at the comments on Dan Patrick's X post, and one of them is from "Pole Assassin's Monkey." That person has to post here, right?
BBRex said:
Isn't time to primary Dan Patrick? The guy's a stooge and an embarrassment to Texas.
I honestly can't think of one person I know that truly likes the man. So how he has stayed in office, I have no clue…
Previous complaints about DP brought out his F16 fan club. But I think that group is dwindling.
I wish Dan Patrick all the luck in the world as Texans simply order what they want from other states that will ship to Texas
Tone deaf loser.
Tone deaf loser.
BBRex said:
Previous complaints about DP brought out his F16 fan club. But I think that group is dwindling.
The same people wanting school vouchers love them some Looney Dan Patrick. They'll call you a Marxist but they themselves love a new billion dollar entitlement program that will continue to balloon and they want government control of what you do behind the doors of your home. It's wild.
TikkaShooter said:
I wish Dan Patrick all the luck in the world as Texans simply order what they want from other states that will ship to Texas
Tone deaf loser.
And then get charged with possession and face a year in jail. Way to go GOP.
I'm curious to see which companies if any will discontinue shipments to Texas. Some did I think when Georgia passed their dumb law.
From my understanding under the Farm Bill receiving the product through USPS is legal though.
From my understanding under the Farm Bill receiving the product through USPS is legal though.
Rossticus said:
I use low dose THC to help with chronic pain so that I don't have to use the addictive pharmaceuticals that the Dr would otherwise have me taking. It was nice to be able to purchase it from respectable, legal storefronts and contribute to local businesses instead of via other means.
News flash Danny. Your law means all of jack squat to me and a whole lot of people like me. You've accomplished nothing except to funnel $$$ to other states and people/organizations in the black market. Congratulations dumbass. I know you're aware of this and DGAF because all you're after is a cheap political victory you can tout while everyone rolls their eyes. I wish Texans had the balls to primary this jackass and elect an actual, sensible conservative instead of a nanny state ideologue.
I'll just drive the hour to Oklahoma when the need arises. And I'll make sure I buy gas when I'm there to. Great job moron. I'm sure your pockets are flush with lobbyist cash though.
It's 5:20. Dan "Rosie O'Donnell" Patrick is probably hammered drunk with his tea party ilk buddies right now. Someone should pass a law and save him from himself. As alcohol kills 10000x more people than a THC gummy. You know, in the interest of public safety.
agaberto said:
"We're going to ban your stores before we leave here for good, whether it's in May or July or August," Patrick declared at a press conference Wednesday morning, recommending they voluntarily close their doors now.
Patrick's remarks come as he leads a push for Senate Bill 3, authored by State Sen. Charles Perry (RLubbock), which would shut down all THC-infused product sales, close existing smoke shops, and prevent new ones from opening. He described the explosion of over 8,000 THC retailers across Texas in just the last few years as nothing short of a backdoor marijuana legalization effort, fueled by loopholes in state and federal law.The Senate passed the bill in a 24-7 vote Wednesday afternoon.
"These rogue retailers are selling THC products containing several times more THC content than marijuana purchased from a drug dealer off the street," Patrick said in a statement after the passage of SB 3. "These dangerous products must not be allowed to permeate our communities and endanger Texas children."
https://texasscorecard.com/state/dan-patrick-vows-to-shut-down-thc-shops-in-texas/
I don't have a dog in this fight, but the studies make clear that this industry has led to some negative consequences in our local communities. Freedom has its cost.
Does he also have a scary map of all the liquor stores in Texas? I'm sure that's on the table for the next legislative session, right?
Gig em G said:
From my understanding under the Farm Bill receiving the product through USPS is legal though.
I'm sure that'll get shored up as well.
The System said:agaberto said:
"We're going to ban your stores before we leave here for good, whether it's in May or July or August," Patrick declared at a press conference Wednesday morning, recommending they voluntarily close their doors now.
Patrick's remarks come as he leads a push for Senate Bill 3, authored by State Sen. Charles Perry (RLubbock), which would shut down all THC-infused product sales, close existing smoke shops, and prevent new ones from opening. He described the explosion of over 8,000 THC retailers across Texas in just the last few years as nothing short of a backdoor marijuana legalization effort, fueled by loopholes in state and federal law.The Senate passed the bill in a 24-7 vote Wednesday afternoon.
"These rogue retailers are selling THC products containing several times more THC content than marijuana purchased from a drug dealer off the street," Patrick said in a statement after the passage of SB 3. "These dangerous products must not be allowed to permeate our communities and endanger Texas children."
https://texasscorecard.com/state/dan-patrick-vows-to-shut-down-thc-shops-in-texas/
I don't have a dog in this fight, but the studies make clear that this industry has led to some negative consequences in our local communities. Freedom has its cost.
Does he also have a scary map of all the liquor stores in Texas? I'm sure that's on the table for the next legislative session, right?
Weirdly enough our state is currently pushing for legislation for more liquor based drinks to convenience and grocery stores. Not that I believe they shouldn't, but the hypocrisy is astounding
Yup. Banning legal hemp while expanding access to alcohol. All in the name of public safety.
When is this take effect? Might just have to visit a shop for the first time this weekend
Bill effective dates are usually 9/1 of the legislative year ... so most likely Sept 1st, 2025NormanEH said:
When is this take effect? Might just have to visit a shop for the first time this weekend
Where is a list of the reps who voted for it?
NormanEH said:
When is this take effect? Might just have to visit a shop for the first time this weekend
I just went and snagged about a year's worth so that I can continue to avoid buying from "a guy I know" for a while longer.
My **** bag rep Jay Dean voted for it. He doesn't even have an X Page for me to express my displeasure. He'll never get my vote again and neither will Patrick. I'll vote third party or abstain. I'm not pushing through a Republican that's no better than Democrats on individual liberty.
The thing is black market dealers pretty much just sell flower and not everyone wants to smoke. Also another pants on head ******ed rule in Texas, is that anything not flower is a felony. A regulated legal market has so many delivery options that are less harmful to your health than directly inhaling smoke.Rossticus said:NormanEH said:
When is this take effect? Might just have to visit a shop for the first time this weekend
I just went and snagged about a year's worth so that I can continue to avoid buying from "a guy I know" for a while longer.
Up for 3rd read now
Amended on 3rd read
I know a few do their own gummies or baked goods but I worry about trying those.
Passed as amended on 3rd read
All this does this make more criminals.
aggieforester05 said:The thing is black market dealers pretty much just sell flower and not everyone wants to smoke. Also another pants on head ******ed rule in Texas, is that anything not flower is a felony. A regulated legal market has so many delivery options that are less harmful to your health than directly inhaling smoke.Rossticus said:NormanEH said:
When is this take effect? Might just have to visit a shop for the first time this weekend
I just went and snagged about a year's worth so that I can continue to avoid buying from "a guy I know" for a while longer.
Yep. To get gummies, tincture, resin, etc. you have to find a guy that deals in a lot of stuff and not your basic guy down the street. I don't like smoking the stuff, which is why I've been thrilled with the legal availability of alternative edible items. I don't like getting all effed up, so I cut a gummy into 1/4 or so to take the edge off my pain when I need to and go on with my day.
Patrick's demonization of these products defies logic and is indicative of an ideological blind spot. He governs to impose his ideals, not to ensure conservatism in Texas. He's always focused on niche social issues vs large scale conservative improvements to areas of need.
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