For many Texans, vape products are a preferred method for using medical cannabis. You may have heard about new legislation—Senate Bill 2024—and wondered what this new law means for your access to the products you rely on.
This new legislation, which takes effect on September 1, 2025, primarily targets the broader hemp market and aims to crack down on certain e-cigarette and vape products in Texas. The good news for Texas Cannabis Clinic patients is that the law specifically does not affect devices and liquids used with prescription medical devices. Since your medical cannabis products are prescribed through the Texas Compassionate Use Program, you can rest assured that your access to these products remains protected.
The bill’s focus is on unregulated vape products containing a variety of substances, particularly those manufactured in or marketed as being from countries deemed “foreign adversaries.” It also bans products with designs or packaging that appeal to children, such as candy flavors or shapes that mimic non-vape items. Penalties for non-compliance have been increased to a Class A misdemeanor.
We want to make sure you have all the information you need to feel confident and secure in your treatment plan. If you have questions about your specific medication or treatment options, we encourage you to schedule a telehealth appointment with one of our doctors at Texas Cannabis Clinic.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Does SB 2024 ban all vapes in Texas? A: No, the bill does not ban all vaping products. It specifically targets vape products that are not part of the medical program, are manufactured in or marketed from China, contain intoxicating substances other than nicotine, or have packaging that appeals to children.
Q: Does SB 2024 affect my prescribed medical cannabis vapes? A: No, if your medical cannabis products are prescribed under the Texas Compassionate Use Program (TCUP), they are exempt from this law. Your access to your prescribed medication remains protected.
Q: What is the penalty for violating this law? A: Under the new law, violations are now a Class A misdemeanor.
Q: Why was this law passed? A: The legislation’s primary purpose is to address the youth-targeted marketing and sale of unregulated vape products and to crack down on products manufactured in foreign adversarial countries.
For more information on the Texas Compassionate Use Program and qualifying conditions, visit our resources page.
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