Hometown Hero Establishes Texas Hemp Business Council
2024年5月14日 - 3:22AM
Hometown Hero, the veteran-supporting cannabusiness of hemp-derived
THC and cannabidiol-based products, today announced the formation
of the Texas Hemp Business Council (THBC), a nonprofit trade
association focused on advancing and protecting hemp-derived
products in the Lonestar state.
The establishment of the THBC comes at a critical time in Texas
amid potential bans and overregulation of hemp-derived
cannabinoids, including Delta 8 and Delta 9 products.
“Sales of hemp-derived cannabinoids in Texas generate more than
$8 billion annually, and the industry employs 50,000 workers and
contributes to a $22 billion supply chain,” said Cynthia Cabrera,
chief strategy officer at Hometown Hero and THBC founding board
member. “We founded the Texas Hemp Business Council to help ensure
that these consumer goods remain legal in Texas, while giving adult
consumers and veterans continued access to hemp products that have
become vital to their everyday lives.”
Current law already regulates hemp products in Texas, which
includes full panel testing for all consumable cannabinoids, as
well as licensing and labeling requirements. Certificates of
analysis are also required to be available to every
consumer.
“It is essential we have a trade association the industry can
coalesce around, particularly considering what may be our toughest
fight so far in Texas,” said Lukas Gilkey, CEO at Hometown Hero.
“Whether it’s in the courts, statehouse, local agencies and even
Congress, the Texas Hemp Business Council is committed to sensible
regulation of hemp-derived cannabinoids that protects
consumers, prohibits access by minors and safeguards
the entire supply chain.”
Click here to watch additional commentary from Lukas Gilkey.
As the founding member, Hometown Hero is offering a 50% discount
to its business customers on new memberships during the next 30
days. Additionally, the Texas Hemp Business Council is seeking
board candidates with a wide range of skills and industry
experiences. More information can be found by visiting
https://texashempbusinesscouncil.com.
About Hometown Hero Hometown Hero,
headquartered in Austin, Texas, manufactures and distributes
hemp-derived Delta-9 THC, Delta-8 THC, HHC and CBDA + CBGA
products. Founded in 2015 by Lukas Gilkey and Lewis Hamer, the
company donates a portion of all proceeds to various charities and
organizations that support veterans. For more information, visit
https://hometownhero.com/ or follow the brand on Facebook, Twitter,
and Instagram @HometownHeroATX.
Media Contact: George Medici, PondelWilkinson,
310.279.5968, gmedici@pondel.com