Poll Shows Texas Republicans Oppose Banning Hemp Products

A new poll commissioned by the Texas Hemp Business Council (THBC) shows that a majority of Texas Republicans oppose Senate Bill 3, which would ban hemp-derived THC products.

The poll was conducted by Republican pollster Chris Perkins of Ragnar Research Partners. It surveyed 800 likely GOP voters between June 2^nd and 4^th, finding that 47% oppose banning hemp products, compared to just 37% in support. Another 16% said they were unsure.

The numbers reflect broader opposition to THC bans as well. For example, 45% of respondents oppose banning THC outright, while 35% support such a move. The opposition was even stronger in households with active-duty or veteran military members.

“Texans do not want SB 3,” said Mark Bordas, the executive director of THBC. “Texans recognize SB 3 for what it is: an attack on the rights and liberties of Texans that will destroy tens of thousands of jobs. We respectfully ask the Governor to listen to veterans, small business owners, Republican primary voters, and others who want him to veto this heavy-handed bill.”

THBC has ramped up its campaign against SB 3, recently delivering 5,000 handwritten letters and a petition with more than 118,000 signatures to Governor Greg Abbott (R), urging him to veto the bill. The governor has not yet decided if he will do so.

THBC has also warned that SB 3 would eliminate roughly 53,000 Texas jobs and push consumers toward unregulated black markets or dangerous pharmaceutical alternatives. This concern was similarly highlighted by state Rep. Brian Harrison (R) during a recent interview when he discussed his reasons for opposing the bill.

The poll also found that 72% of Republican voters believe military veterans should have access to THC as an alternative to opioids. Additionally, 53% believe a ban would benefit drug cartels, and 55% fear it would increase black market activity.

“Texans deserve legal choices, not fear-driven policies that push them toward more dangerous substances like alcohol,” Bordas added. “Our industry supports common-sense safeguards, including age restrictions and zoning, but we must reject prohibition.”