NBCDFW By Scott Friedman 4/23/2019
HB 1325 next headed to Senate CommitteeCBD oil is a step closer to being legalized in Texas after legislators in the House voted on Wednesday to allow people to buy it without fear of being arrested.
HB 1325 cleared the House with no one opposing it Tuesday, paving the way for a final vote Wednesday. That vote was held just after noon and was unanimous (144-0). The bill will next head to the Senate, where it may meet some resistance, including possibly from Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick.
If approved, the bill would allow Texas farmers to grow hemp, which is used to make CBD oil and other products.
It would also clear up confusion for consumers -- who can buy CBD oil right now in stores -- even though many Texas law enforcement officials insist it's illegal, including in Tarrant County.
One of the bill's key supporters, Rep. Drew Springer (R-Gainesville), told NBC 5 Investigates he faced some questions from legislators who were concerned that legalizing CBD might be a first step toward legalizing marijuana.
More:
https://www.nbcdfw.com/investigations/CBDs-Future-in-Texas-Up-for-Debate-Tuesday-508929051.html
