Although Patrick and hemp industry leaders have quarreled over the risks and benefits of THC, cannabis researchers say it can be addictive but doesn’t usually cause widespread psychosis or brain damage.

The governor appeared to walk back his calls last month for lawmakers to regulate the state’s burgeoning THC industry like it does alcohol.

After remaining largely tight-lipped during the regular session, Gov. Greg Abbott finally broke his silence and said he supports banning intoxicating hemp products on Tuesday.

The clash marks a rare break between two of the most powerful Republicans in Texas after a legislative session that ushered in a series of conservative victories.

Tropical Storm Chantal makes landfall in South Carolina, the first system of hurricane season to impact the US Rampant court shopping against Trump gets reprieve with Supreme Court decision Scientists Measured a Brain-Bending Version of Time That Shouldn’t Exist

Lt. Gov. Patrick is backing Senate Bill 3 to ban THC products, citing risks to children and health. Meanwhile, hemp industry supporters urge Gov. Abbott to veto.

A controversial bill banning consumable THC products has been vetoed by Governor Abbott, who instead calls for tighter regulations in the upcoming special session. A Houston CBD store owner says the ban would have forced him to shut down and supports age restrictions and labeling requirements to keep his business open and customers safe.