State House with Frank Santos

Dr. Katharine Neill Harris, of Rice University's Baker Institute for Public Policy joins the show for a two-part conversation to discuss the pressing issue of the Texas Compassionate Use program. Frank and Dr. Harris share their insights on the program's shortcomings and the need for legislative action.

They discuss the current state of the program, including the provider issue, the lack of accessibility for patients, and the exorbitant costs associated with the existing medical cannabis program. Moreover, they explore the alarming prevalence of Delta-8 THC products in Texas and its unregulated nature, highlighting the potential risks and dangers they pose.

Dr. Harris sheds light on the Delta-8 THC market, its differences from traditional cannabis products, and the need for comprehensive testing and regulation to ensure consumer safety. She also shares how various states are addressing the Delta-8 issue and discusses potential approaches to control and improve the situation.

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Politics is a contact sport. You don’t have to look hard to find examples of that today. If you’re engaged in policy making or just want to get an insider's look into how some of the biggest issues facing Texans play out, then this is your podcast!
 
A political veteran with 30 years’ experience of lobbying in Texas and throughout the United States for some of the largest corporations in the world. I’ve spent my entire career in backrooms, and statehouse hallways helping to craft laws and policies and NOW, I want to bring you inside some of these discussions so you have access to the inner workings of the Texas StateHouse. You’ll find it revealing, useful and actionable- keeping YOU involved in today's most important conversations.

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