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Governor Greg Abbott’s surprise veto of SB 3 handed a rare loss to Texas prohibitionists, keeping hemp-derived THC products legal, for now. But Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick is already plotting revenge. This report breaks down the politics, the power struggle, and what the veto really means for cannabis in Texas. The war on weed isn’t over. It just changed shape.
Jones Soda just sold off its entire cannabis beverage brand, Mary Jones, for a modest three million dollars. The move signals more than a corporate pivot; it’s a sign that THC drinks still face steep barriers to success. From compliance breakdowns to marketing overreach, this isn’t just an exit; it’s a reality check.
Texas just became the 40th state to legalize medical cannabis, but don’t start celebrating yet. HB 46 expands access through TCUP, allowing up to 10mg THC per dose and new qualifying conditions, but still lags far behind national standards. This report cuts through the hype and shows what the law really means for patients in the Lone Star State.
Willie Nelson’s face is on the can, but the weed isn’t in it. Pot Culture rips the lid off the hemp drink hustle, where celebrity branding and legal loopholes sell weak THC as wellness. This is not cannabis culture. This is a scam wrapped in citrus.
Pot Culture Magazine returns with Vol. 02 of Reefer Report Card, our new Saturday breakdown of weed-world chaos. Florida moves to strip cards from patients with past charges, a Queens dispensary submits a fake FDNY letter, Missouri wants weed sold like beer, and North Carolina takes two very different paths on policy. Grade incoming.
Some dealers get it right. Most don’t. Pot Culture Magazine lays out the unspoken rules for weed dealers who want to stay relevant, respected, and in business. From not licking the bag to texting back like an adult, this guide is for the real ones who move smart, weigh it right, and never leave their customers guessing.
