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The governor called a special session to come up with regulations around THC products. Many shop owners say they've already been lobbying for them.

Senate Bill 3, which was championed by Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick, could have cost tens of thousands of people their jobs. Abbott said he would call a special session to debate the legislation further.

A group of small business owners, veterans and farmers lugged 25 cardboard boxes filled to the brim with petitions against Senate Bill 3 to the governor’s office on Monday.

Standing before a table full of THC-infused products, Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick spoke about two bills that would regulate cannabis derivatives.

Unless Senate Bill 3 is vetoed, hundreds of Austinites stand to lose their jobs.

The House granted its final approval to the amended version of Senate Bill 3 on Thursday evening. It now goes back to the Senate, where Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick has indicated it is sure to pass, then on to Gov. Greg Abbott’s desk.

Austin Police Chief Lisa Davis said until further notice, the department will continue to police marijuana possession the way it was prior to the court ruling.

Voters approved the ordinance by a sweeping margin in 2022. Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton argued it violated state law.

An appeals court sided with Attorney General Ken Paxton over whether San Marcos's marijuana decriminalization ordinance is legal.

The Texas Senate has passed a ban on consumable THC products, and the bill is now being considered by the House. Some lawmakers say the booming business has caused health problems and allowed sales to minors.