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re: Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick’s push to ban THC in Texas draws rare backlash from the right
Posted on 6/10/25 at 9:51 am to ragincajun03
Posted on 6/10/25 at 9:51 am to ragincajun03
quote:has taken over $300k from the alcohol lobby.
Dan Patrick
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Public records indicate that Patrick has received significant campaign contributions from individuals and organizations within the alcohol industry. Notable contributions include a $250,000 donation from John Nau, CEO of Silver Eagle Distributors, a major Anheuser-Busch distributor. The Beer Alliance of Texas PAC, representing alcohol industry interests, also contributed $50,000.
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Posted on 6/10/25 at 9:53 am to FATBOY TIGER
I think that these cases bring up one good point regarding the accuracy of dosages on a lot of these products. Many of them are wildly inaccurate from package to package, which can be problematic. I do think that is something that needs to be addressed and figure out a way to get that more accurate.
That being said, the actual law here being proposed is garbage. It is an example of many modern republicans (dems too) that govern by ends justifying the means only, forgetting their actual stances on how government should be used.
That being said, the actual law here being proposed is garbage. It is an example of many modern republicans (dems too) that govern by ends justifying the means only, forgetting their actual stances on how government should be used.
Posted on 6/10/25 at 9:55 am to HubbaBubba
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The problem is that young adults and teenagers don't always have the mental discipline to do that. That's all Dan Patrick sees. He does not see or want to see that adults can be responsible, so he uses the irresponsible behavior of the few to blind him to the reality of the many.
One of the GOP biggest donors in Texas owns Silver Eagle distributor.
I have worked with companies that, while not directly involved in alcohol, profited off it; one was a glass recycler. They showed me hard data that in legal weed states, their business dropped like a rock. It was pretty interesting to see.
Booze lobby is pretty strong in Texas. Between Spec's and Silver Eagle lobbying for renting seeking policies
Posted on 6/10/25 at 9:59 am to ragincajun03
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These dangerous products must not be allowed to permeate our communities and endanger Texas children.”
I have to agree with this. One time, I smoked so much pot that I fell asleep. I woke up a couple hours later reinvigorated and went on to have a wonderful day. We can't allow such terrible things to happen. Now pass the vodka, cigarettes, and sugar.
Posted on 6/10/25 at 10:13 am to ragincajun03
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“I couldn’t, in good conscience, leave here knowing if we don't do something about it in the next two years
how about you do what your constituents want, Dan?
Posted on 6/10/25 at 10:28 am to snakanator
Start by looking at the Sheriffs (who have almost an across the board opposition to legalizing THC), Pharmacists and Big Pharma; and the alcohol lobby.
Those entities and their influence are really why the ban was proposed/passed.
Those entities and their influence are really why the ban was proposed/passed.
Posted on 6/10/25 at 10:38 am to Bigdawgb
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GA recently passed a version of this stupid law, you can no longer buy any weed worth consuming - delta 8, THCa, gummies etc.
Alabama has done the same.
Gov. Kay Ivey signed a bill that would impose strict regulations on the sale of products containing hemp-derived THC in Alabama, according to her office.
Black market sales will make a comeback.
Posted on 6/10/25 at 11:12 am to FATBOY TIGER
He's definitely conservative. No doubt about it. He's a fine man and his wife and kids are great too. I'm just not sure he'd be able to handle the Austin crowd.
Not disparaging him by any means.
Not disparaging him by any means.
Posted on 6/10/25 at 11:16 am to leeman101
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Alabama has done the same.
Gov. Kay Ivey signed a bill that would impose strict regulations on the sale of products containing hemp-derived THC in Alabama, according to her office.
I don't believe this is exactly right, as far as comparing it as the same as the GA one, unless i've misread the GA one. the AL one bans the sale of smokable THC products, but does not ban any THC edibles. it only regulates the edible products that they can't be more than 10mg per serving and I think 40mg total per package, I believe.
It does add some extra regulations to sellers, having them have to apply for an annual license, go through background checks, etc. I think there will be a 10% excise tax, no online sales in-state, and no onsite consumption (which would definitely hit the breweries/bar business there).
Not saying I support it, just wanted to clarify that it is pretty different than the GA one that just passed, I believe
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Posted on 6/10/25 at 11:29 am to Funky Tide 8
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how about you do what your constituents want, Dan?
Too busy blowing lobbyist to care what Texans want. Dudes a fricking cock sucker.
Posted on 6/10/25 at 2:48 pm to GoCrazyAuburn
Right it might not be the same it is still being regulated. Nanny state. I think they don't like gas stations in Alabama selling it.
Posted on 6/10/25 at 4:02 pm to Dire Wolf
quote:Republic Beverage is larger than Silver Eagle. Same thing, except, I believe you are wrong about the lobby being for this bill. THC infused drink products sold at liquor stores and retailers is the fastest growing segment of their business. This bill would gut that.
Booze lobby is pretty strong in Texas. Between Spec's and Silver Eagle lobbying for renting seeking policies
Posted on 6/10/25 at 4:04 pm to ragincajun03
Lesson: Republicans like weed, too.
Posted on 6/10/25 at 4:07 pm to snakanator
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Impacts of alcohol are far worse than impact of these products. Follow the money.
To your point:
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A person in Texas dies every nine hours and six minutes in a DUI-alcohol-related traffic crash. Last year, 963 people in Texas were killed and 2,114 seriously injured because someone chose to get behind the wheel while impaired.
And that's just alcohol related vehicle accidents. That's not even considering the long term health affects of alcohol consumption, none of which are good.
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