CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — Texas Governor Greg Abbott issued an executive order today directing the Department of State Health Services (DSHS), the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission (TABC), and the Department of Public Safety (DPS) to take immediate steps to shield children from hemp-derived products while respecting federal law and protecting responsible adults’ liberties.

The move follows the Texas Legislature’s failure to pass a bill that would have banned sales of certain hemp products to customers under 21. “Texas will not wait when it comes to protecting children and families,” Abbott said, adding that the order fills an urgent gap until lawmakers can adopt a comprehensive regulatory framework like that proposed in House Bill 309.

Key directives in the executive order include:

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