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Gov. Abbott has directed Texas DPS to increase enforcement on hemp products.

The directive will have agents conduct targeted inspections and undercover operations at vape and smoke shops.

The governor says the goal is to protect children from "dangerous hemp products."

AUSTIN - Texas Gov. Greg Abbott has directed the Texas Department of Public Safety to increase their enforcement action against hemp .

Abbott called hemp products dangerous in his Tuesday release. The governor previously vetoed legislation that would have banned their sale and possession.

Increased hemp enforcement

What's new:

The directive will have DPS toughen their action against vape and smoke shops that are now under new guidelines for selling hemp products.

Abbott included the following s

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