Texas Gov. Greg Abbott orders minors banned from THC products

Posted on September 12, 2025 by TCYSAPC

What Is THC? A Closer Look At The Main Compound In Cannabis - RQS BlogSept. 12, 2025 — THC products will remain largely legal in Texas, but will be banned for minors and better regulated under a new executive order by Gov. Greg Abbott.  Abbott on Wednesday directed the Texas Department of State Health Services and the Alcoholic Beverage Commission to ban the … Continue to full story .......

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Gov. Abbott expected to issue order restricting THC products and 21-and-up age minimum to purchase

Posted on September 10, 2025 by TCYSAPC

Gov. Greg Abbott will soon issue an executive order to regulate THC and set a minimum age of 21 to purchase those products in Texas, according to three people who spoke with the governor’s office, the Texas Tribune reports.   The executive order comes after the Legislature ended a special

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Hays County Sheriff’s Office charges man with offering alcohol, vapes for sexual activity

Posted on September 8, 2025 by TCYSAPC

HAYS COUNTY, Texas (KXAN) — A man is facing a first-degree felony charge after investigators say he used Snapchat to contact underage girls, offering them alcohol and vapes in exchange for sexual favors while also soliciting nude images and videos.

The Hays County Sheriff’s Office announced the arrest of Patrick

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One dead, 3 hospitalized after suspected overdose at downtown Austin bar, TABC to investigate bar

Posted on September 7, 2025 by TCYSAPC

Five people are suspected to have overdosed on narcotics at Buckshot, a bar on Sixth Street, early Tuesday morning. One of them, identified by the Austin Police Department as 33-year-old Christopher Lee Davis, is confirmed dead.  APD said police officers administered Narcan, an overdose reversal drug, to all five people

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State lawmakers pass bill cracking down on sale of alcohol to minors following mother’s plea

Posted on September 7, 2025 by TCYSAPC

Texas lawmakers fast-track alcohol ID bill after North Texas mother's heartfelt testimony following son's death - CBS TexasA grieving North Texas mother turned pain into action following the death of her teenage son. Senate Bill 650, also known as the Deshawn Jagwan Act, requires the use of electronic verification of a person’s age before the retail sale of alcoholic beverages.

The Richardson mother’s emotional plea led

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Texas to ban sales of THC vapes starting Monday

Posted on August 30, 2025 by TCYSAPC

Understanding Texas Laws on THC Vape Pens | The Webb Firm, P.C.Vapes containing THC and other hemp-derived cannabinoids like Delta-8 will become illegal to sell in Texas on Monday under a law passed earlier this year. Senate Bill 2024, while narrower than efforts to outlaw all THC products in Texas, drew far less attention as it moved through the Legislature.

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Can Schools Can Help Address Youth Mental Health and Substance Use? – YES!

Posted on August 29, 2025 by TCYSAPC

The Importance of Drug Education in SchoolsToday’s young people are facing unprecedented mental health and substance use issues.  Turning this trend around depends on offering support where kids spend most of their time: in the classroom.  Youth ages 12 to 17 are experiencing growing rates of anxiety, suicide, and more. Despite slight declines

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Start a conversation with your teen about mental health and drug use

Posted on August 29, 2025 by TCYSAPC

Drug Rehab: What to Tell Your Kids | Michael's HouseTalking to your teen about mental health and drug use can feel challenging. One wrong move and the conversation ends as soon as it begins. But it is possible, and taking that leap can make all the difference in your teen’s life. As a parent or caregiver, it’s important to

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Travis County eyes sites for permanent mental health diversion center, sites in downtown Austin and Del Valle under evaluation

Posted on August 20, 2025 by TCYSAPC

A long-standing effort to establish a permanent mental health diversionWelcome to Texas - Texas Counties - Texas County Districts - Travis County - Texas Hill Country District. center in Travis County is gaining traction. Project leaders are evaluating potential sites and preparing to define the range of services the facility will provide.   The county recently outlined an $86 million earmark in the fiscal year 2025-26 budget intended

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Kratom poisoning calls climb in Texas as the state fails to enforce ban on the synthetic version

Posted on August 18, 2025 by TCYSAPC

A synthetic drug known as kratomKratom: the risky new substance you need to know about | Grand Strand Physicians is lying in wait to take over the ever-growing statewide demand for recreational drugs.  Texas law bans the sale of synthetic kratom, but it isn’t enforced. Earlier this year, legislation died in the Texas House to ban the natural plant, too.  Data provided from … Continue to full story .......

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Only 54% of U.S. adults drink alcohol, a record low – poll shows what’s behind the decline

Posted on August 14, 2025 by TCYSAPC

Fewer Americans are reportingCap your alcohol at 10 drinks a week: new draft guidelines that they drink alcohol amid a growing belief that even moderate alcohol consumption is a health risk. The Gallup Poll finds that 54% of U.S. adults say they drink alcoholic beverages such as liquor, wine or beer — “the lowest by one percentage point in

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3 ways to start a conversation with your teen about mental health and drug use

Posted on August 13, 2025 by TCYSAPC

Talking to your teen about mental health and drug use can feel challenging — one wrong move and the conversation ends as soon as it begins. But it is possible, and taking that leap can make all the difference in your teen’s life. As a parent or caregiver, it’s important

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