Texas Special Legislative Session: Flood Response, THC Ban, and 18 Priorities

Special Session Priorities

• 🎯 Governor Greg Abbott has outlined 18 items for lawmakers to address during the special legislative session.
• 🗓️ The session is expected to last 30 days, with debate beginning on issues impacting Texans' healthcare and education.

Flood Response and Emergency Preparedness

• 🌊 Flood response is a top priority, focusing on strengthening emergency response and communication systems.
• 🚨 This includes improving flood warning systems, emergency communication infrastructure, disaster preparedness, and relief funding for hard-hit communities.
• 🛰️ Lawmakers are exploring technologies like sirens, Starlink, and 5G for redundant, real-time alerts, even in areas with spotty cell service.

THC Ban and Hemp Regulation

• ⚖️ A significant agenda item is the total THC ban, aiming to close a loophole in the state's hemp law.
• ❓ Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick wants to close the loophole allowing products with 0.3% or less THC to be sold.
• 🏛️ Governor Abbott has requested adjustments to the THC ban bill and regulation of hemp products, with the final outcome yet to be determined.