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Gov. Greg Abbott cleared the way for the hemp industry in 2019. Now businesses are being pushed out
Texas will ban hemp products containing certain intoxicating cannabinoids starting July 31, leading to local businesses closing. Gov. Greg Abbott had previously supported the hemp industry in 2019.
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