By Katlyn Ma, The Texas TribuneJuly 30, 2026Texans’ access to a variety of hemp-derived THC products will significantly narrow on Friday. Texas will ban several hemp-derived THC cannabis products, including those containing delta-8 and delta-10 THC variants, punishing people in possession of them with jail time and fines. However, delta-9 THC, the most commonly sold THC product in Texas, will remain legal. DSHS argued that hemp-derived THC products should be treated as controlled substances because they are psychoactive drugs. “Recriminalizing cannabis products only empowers the illicit market and puts these licensed and regulated companies out of business,” said Todd with the Texas Cannabis Policy Center.