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Gov. Greg Abbott cleared the way for the hemp industry in 2019. Now businesses are being pushed out
Summary by The San Antonio Editorial Desk Emily DeMotte | KERA , as published by Texas Public Radio (TPR) - News
· July 30, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Governor Greg Abbott previously supported the hemp industry in 2019.
Local businesses in San Antonio are facing challenges due to upcoming changes in Texas laws. Governor Greg Abbott previously supported the hemp industry in 2019. However, new regulations are now affecting these businesses.
Texas is set to ban certain hemp products starting July 31. The ban targets products containing specific intoxicating cannabinoids, and some local businesses are already feeling the impact, with some even closing down. For more information on the ban and its effects, readers can refer to Texas Public Radio for further details.
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Category: business Published: July 30, 2026 Source: Texas Public Radio (TPR) - News Reading time: 1 min
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