Texas Gov Sends Letter Saying, “Failing to enforce marijuana laws cannot be blamed on legislation that did not decriminalize marijuana in Texas”

As explained below, marijuana has not been decriminalized in Texas, and these actions demonstrate a misunderstanding of how H.B. 1325 works. First, a person claiming to transport hemp must have a certificate. Failure to have the required certificate while transporting hemp is a separate crime. Second, lab tests are not required in every case and are more affordable than initial reporting indicated. Failing to enforce marijuana laws cannot be blamed on legislation that did not decriminalize marijuana in Texas.

Here’s the letter

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