TL;DR: A Travis County judge issued a temporary restraining order on April 11, 2026, pausing enforcement of the Texas smokable hemp ban for 14 days. The situation is actively changing. Edibles still ship legally to Texas, and Bakeboxx has them ready. We'll update this page as the April 23 injunction hearing approaches.
Breaking: As of April 11, 2026, a Texas district court judge issued a temporary restraining order (TRO) blocking enforcement of the new smokable hemp rules. The ban is currently paused while courts consider the broader legal challenge. A hearing on a temporary injunction is scheduled for April 23.
What just changed
As of March 31, 2026, Texas regulators tried to enforce new rules through the state health agency that would effectively ban the sale of smokable hemp products, including THCA flower. The key change was how the state defined "total THC": the new rules included THCA in that calculation, pushing previously compliant products over the 0.3% delta-9 limit.
But on April 11, Travis County District Court Judge Guerra Gamble issued a temporary restraining order pausing those rules for 14 days. The order came after a lawsuit filed by a coalition including the Texas Hemp Business Council (THBC) and Hemp Industry & Farmers of America (HIFA).
What the lawsuit argues
The core legal argument is a constitutional separation of powers issue. Texas lawmakers did pass a bill to severely restrict hemp products in the 2025 session, but Gov. Greg Abbott vetoed it, and two special sessions also failed to enact a new law. Plaintiffs argue that regulators at DSHS and HHSC then tried to impose through rulemaking what the legislature couldn't pass through the proper process.
A hearing on a full temporary injunction is scheduled for April 23. If granted, the pause on enforcement could extend significantly further while the broader case plays out, potentially reaching the Texas Supreme Court.
What is and isn't currently blocked
- The TRO does pause enforcement of the smokable hemp product restrictions
- The TRO does not block the new licensing fee increases; manufacturer licenses jumped from $250 to $10,000 per facility, and retailer registration from $150 to $5,000 per location
Can you buy THCA flower in Texas right now?
The TRO has paused enforcement, but the legal situation is still fluid. We're watching the April 23 hearing closely. Rather than ship flower into an uncertain window, we're holding until we have clearer legal footing and we'll update this page immediately when that changes.
What's not in question: THCA edibles ship legally to Texas right now. The smokable hemp rules never applied to ingestible products, and edibles remain a solid option while this plays out.
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What is THCA
THCA (tetrahydrocannabinolic acid) is the raw, non-decarboxylated form of THC found in the cannabis plant. In its natural state it's non-intoxicating. When heated whether smoked, vaped, or cooked it converts to delta-9 THC. This is why THCA flower produces cannabis-style effects, and also why Texas regulators moved to reclassify it the way they did.
Why Texas buyers still trust Bakeboxx
- Transparent lab testing every product comes with a full COA
- Reliable shipping to Texas addresses
- We're not going to quietly ship something into a legal gray zone we'd rather be straight with you
- Edibles selection ready now, flower ready the moment it's clearly legal again
What Texas customers should do right now
- Bookmark this page we'll update after the April 23 injunction hearing
- Check out THCA edibles as a legal option available today
- Watch for updates after April 23 that hearing could change the flower situation significantly
FAQ
Is THCA legal in Texas in 2026?
As of April 11, 2026, a court has temporarily paused the smokable hemp ban via a restraining order. The full legal picture will become clearer after the April 23 hearing. Edibles remain accessible regardless.
Can THCA flower be shipped to Texas?
Enforcement is currently paused by a TRO, but the situation is still developing. We're holding flower shipments to Texas until we have solid legal clarity after the April 23 hearing.
Can you still order THCA edibles in Texas?
Yes. The ban applies to smokable products only. Ingestible THCA edibles are still shippable to Texas. Shop edibles here.
Will THCA flower come back to Texas?
The April 23 injunction hearing is the next major checkpoint. If the court grants a temporary injunction, we'll be shipping flower to Texas customers the same day it's legally clear to do so.
Last updated: April 12, 2026. Texas hemp law is actively changing
