Texas hemp growers are asking Governor Greg Abbott to veto a bill around hemp

Texas hemp growers are asking Governor Greg Abbott to veto a bill that would ban hemp sales in the state.

Industry groups collected nearly 150,000 signatures over the bill, which bans hemp-derived products. The Texas Hemp Business Council warns that if signed into law, it could wipe out $4 billion in revenue each year, along with more than 50,000 jobs.

They also warn a ban could open the door for more unregulated products in the state.

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