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Texas lawmakers consider THC ban ahead of next legislative session
Summary by The Midland Editorial Desk Madeleine Hall , as published by KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)
· July 27, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The committee's vice-chair, Lubbock State Sen.
Texas lawmakers are preparing to consider a ban on THC products in the state. The Senate Health and Human Services Committee recently held a hearing to discuss the effects of THC, gathering testimony from various groups including parents and medical professionals. The committee's vice-chair, Lubbock State Sen.
Charles Perry, is leading the push for a ban, citing the failure of regulation. Further details on the proposed ban and the committee's discussions are available from the source. More information on the potential ban and its implications can be found through local news sources, including KOSA CBS7 and KCBD.
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Category: local Published: July 27, 2026 Source: KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS) Reading time: 1 min
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