Where Does the Texas Hemp Industry Go After the 2023 Legislative Session?

By Katelin Edwards, Andrea Golan
Aug 1, 2023

Between an unfavorable court ruling and an uninspiring 2021 legislative session, not to mention a major drought impacting all Texas crops, things were not looking good for hemp in Texas going into the 2023 legislative session. Then, many of the promising bills introduced in the 2023 legislative session were unsuccessful. Where does the Texas hemp market go from here? Read this article for four predictions from Vicente's hemp team.

[Webinar] Asset-Light Strategies to Boost Cannabis Business Growth

Apr 27, 2023

Attend this Vicente LLP session to learn about how asset-light business models can help expand your business and bring products to market faster and with less capital.

Vicente Sederberg LLP Headed to Chicago for 2022 Benzinga Cannabis Capital Conference and Awards

Aug 24, 2022

Vicente Sederberg LLP will sponsor and speak at the Benzinga Cannabis Capital Conference AND—the firm is nominated for Best Cannabis Law Firm at the Benzinga Cannabis Awards.

HIA v DEA Lawsuit: The Hemp Industry Needs Your Support to End DEA Overreach

Apr 14, 2022

Update on the lawsuit HIA & RE Botanicals, Inc v. DEA and why this case is critical to the hemp industry's future.

Vicente Sederberg LLP Hemp Update: April 2022

Apr 4, 2022

Update on hemp-related legislation and rulemaking, regulatory changes, and other noteworthy hemp news and events.

Shane Pennington Slated to Present at SXSW 2022 'Cannabis Industry Evolution Summit' with Dr. Sue Sisley and Matt Zorn

Mar 4, 2022

VS counsel Shane Pennington is joining Dr. Sue Sisley and attorney Matt Zorn on Tuesday, March 15 at 10 a.m. CT for the SXSW session "Sue 'n the DEA: Breaking the 50-year NIDA Monopoly."

Hemp States to Watch in 2022: California

By David Kramer
Feb 7, 2022

California is hoping that this will be the year that its hemp industry emerges from the shadows and takes its place among the nation's hemp leaders. Read this article for an outline of what hemp operators should expect from the CDPH and California's hemp program in the coming months.

Vicente Sederberg LLP Hemp Update: October 2021

Oct 19, 2021

Update on hemp-related legislation and rulemaking, regulatory changes, and other noteworthy hemp news and events.

California Now Permits the Manufacture and Retail Sale of Hemp-Derived Products — Including CBD

By Andrea Golan, David Kramer
Oct 6, 2021

California AB-45 was signed into law by Governor Newsom, finally putting the California Department of Public Health’s infamous July 2018 FAQ in the rearview mirror—meaning foods, beverages, dietary supplements, pet products, and cosmetics containing CBD can be sold under California state law!

Vicente Sederberg LLP Hemp Update: September 2021

Sep 14, 2021

Update on hemp-related legislation and rulemaking, regulatory changes, and other noteworthy hemp news and events.

The Battle to Allow Smokable Hemp in Texas

By Shane Pennington
Sep 13, 2021

Texas has allowed hemp cultivation and state-based manufacturing, distribution, and retail sale of hemp and consumable hemp products since 2019—but only if the products weren’t intended for smoking. This prohibition on a product with such high value for hemp farmers—and soaring consumer demand—was sure to make waves.

Supporting Medical Cannabis is a Political Win for Texas Republicans

By Dwight Clark, Shawn Hauser, Jerrico Perez
May 18, 2021

Championing medical cannabis legislation would likely help Republican lawmakers attract younger supporters, appeal to more unaffiliated voters, and remain competitive.

VS Attorneys to Moderate Discussions with Beto O'Rourke and Joe Jaworski at Luck Summit Texas Cannabis Convention

Apr 23, 2021

Shawn Hauser and Jerrico Perez are slated to moderate two can't-miss discussions with Beto O'Rourke and Joe Jaworski on April 27 and 28 during Willie Nelson's first annual Luck Summit.

VS Kicks Off Spring 2021 With 12 Attorney and Staff Promotions

Apr 2, 2021

VS is proud to announce that 12 members of the Vicente Sederberg LLP team have been promoted to elevated roles within the firm! Notably, 11 of the 12 promoted are women.

How to Support Responsible Cannabis Legalization Efforts in Texas

By Shawn Hauser
Mar 23, 2021

While we move closer to federal legalization, the great state of Texas remains an untapped major market—ripe for reform, but hard to move. Read this for opportunities to help bring about more responsible cannabis policies in the Lone Star State.

Andrew Livingston to Participate in Cannabis Market Economics Seminar with Informed Texas

Mar 1, 2021

On March 6, 2021, Andrew Livingston will participate in the virtual event "Economics of a Regulated Cannabis Market," presented by the nonprofit cannabis advocacy organization Foundation for an Informed Texas. 

Celebrating 10 Years at the Leading Edge of Cannabis Law

By Vicente Sederberg LLP
Dec 1, 2020

For our 10th anniversary, we take a look back at VS's history of leadership in cannabis law, the marijuana and hemp industries, and drug policy reform.

Litigation Funding for Cannabis and Hemp Businesses

By Jennifer Cabrera, David Kramer
Nov 30, 2020

As anyone who has been involved in a legal dispute knows, litigation can be very costly. Thankfully, litigation funding is an option and lenders are increasingly willing to lend to cannabis and hemp businesses.

The Economic Benefits of Regulating and Taxing Cannabis in Texas

By Andrew Livingston, Shawn Hauser, Dwight Clark, Mason Tvert
Oct 21, 2020

Texas could see more than half a billion dollars in annual tax revenue and tens of thousands of new jobs if it legalizes cannabis, a VS analysis finds.

Vicente Sederberg LLP Hemp Update: August 2020

Aug 24, 2020

Update on hemp legislation, regulatory changes, and other noteworthy hemp news and events.

Lessons Learned from Recent Hemp and CBD Litigation: They Went to Court so You Can Stay Home

By Michelle Bodian, David Kramer
Jul 13, 2020

The past year has seen an uptick of hemp and CBD-related lawsuits across the country. This article explores the valuable lessons for hemp and CBD businesses to learn from a few of the cases.

What’s Next for Texas Hemp?

By Shawn Hauser
May 19, 2020

With its incredible farming communities, over 100 million acres of farmland, and large manufacturing and research infrastructure, Texas is poised to play a significant role in the U.S. hemp industry.

Shawn Hauser and Dwight Clark Featured in Texas NORML 420 Stream-A-Thon

Apr 20, 2020

Shawn Hauser and Dwight Clark talked about SBA loans for cannabis businesses and political advocacy during Texas NORML's 420 Stream-A-Thon.

Coronavirus and Cannabis: Hemp Industry Updates

Apr 17, 2020

Vicente Sederberg is monitoring the potential impact of the coronavirus (COVID-19) on hemp businesses, service providers, and consumers.

Hemp and CBD Federal Roundup: March 2020

By David Gately and David Kramer
Mar 23, 2020

A summary of recent hemp and CBD news and developments in light of coronavirus and federal updates from the FDA and USDA.

Shawn Hauser Gives Federal Update in Texas NORML State of Cannabis 2020

Mar 18, 2020

Vicente Sederberg LLP partner Shawn Hauser participated in Texas NORML's "State of Cannabis 2020." Watch it here!

Big News from the Lone Star State: Vicente Sederberg LLP Establishes Texas Office

Mar 12, 2020

Vicente Sederberg LLP has been working hard for many years to shape cannabis policy reform in Texas... and now we're pleased to announce that we've opened an office in Austin!

California and the Gig Economy: The Fight Over AB-5

By David Kramer, Senior Associate
Mar 3, 2020

California employers beware: as of January 1, 2020, it is increasingly likely that any person who performs services for your company will be classified as an employee. The reason for this seismic shift is Assembly Bill 5 (AB-5).

INCBA Cannabis Law Institute 2019 Will Feature Seven Vicente Sederberg Attorneys

Sep 20, 2019

The event at New York Law School will feature many of the nation’s leading academics, politicians, and attorneys, including seven attorneys from VS.

AHPA Hemp-CBD Supplement Congress is coming to Denver!

Aug 8, 2019

The American Herbal Products Association (AHPA) will hold their first Hemp-CBD Supplement Congress on August 15-16, 2019 in Denver, Colorado. Several members of the Vicente Sederberg hemp team will be in attendance!

Five Reasons Why Texas Could Be “The Great Hemp State”

By Shawn Hauser, Partner; Courtney Barnes, Associate Attorney; Caitlin Wightman, Law Clerk
Jul 30, 2019

Here are five reasons why Texas is positioned to become one of the top hemp producers and researchers in the US, and potentially internationally.

See You at the NCIA Cannabis Business Summit & Expo!

Jul 18, 2019

If you're going to NCIA Cannabis Business Summit & Expo 2019 in San Jose, be sure to check in with VS staff in attendance!

What’s Happening in the World of California Hemp?

By David Kramer, Associate Attorney
Jun 21, 2019

A number of hemp bills are passing through the California legislature. VS Attorney David Kramer dives deeper into AB-228 and SB-153.

David Kramer Discusses CBD Laws In California on 'Inside the Issues with Alex Cohen'

Jun 17, 2019

VS Hemp Attorney David Kramer discusses CBD laws on a recent episode of Spectrum News 1 'Inside the Issues with Alex Cohen.'