Jonathan Miller interviews Austin, Texas lobbyist Frank Santos, about the ever-changing state of play for hemp policy in Texas. If you have questions about the episode or ideas for Hemp related topics, email us at [email protected].

Hemp Industry questions covered in the episode: 

1. What is Senate Bill 3 and how did it pass the legislature?
2. How will Governor Abbott treat Senate Bill 3 now that it has reached his desk?  Is a veto possible?
3. If the Governor doesn't veto Senate Bill 3, what are the legal options?
4. If the Governor does veto Senate Bill 3, what are next steps?
5. Why did Lt. Governor Patrick invest so many political capital into banning hemp?
6. What was the role of the alcohol industry in passage of Senate Bill 3 and in the veto efforts?
7. How can a TX resident urge the Governor to veto Senate Bill 3?