The Texas Cannabis Policy Conference is returning to the prestigious Texas A&M University! This event will gather industry leaders, cannabis advocates, and regulators to discuss the latest advancements in cannabis science and policy. Happening September 12-14, the conference will feature a stellar lineup of speakers, including Dr. Sue Sisley and Dr. Ethan Russo, who will share their extensive experience as cannabis researchers.
Dr. Sue Sisley serves as Principal Investigator at the Scottsdale Research Institute (SRI), conducting FDA-approved randomized controlled trials examining the safety and efficacy of cannabis flower for veterans and first responders who have recurrent pain and PTSD. Dr. Sisley and SRI were among the first to be approved by the DEA for licensing to grow cannabis for research after toppling a 53-year monopoly at NIDA/University of Mississippi through multi-year litigation in Federal Court
Additionally, Ethan Russo, MD, a leading neurologist and cannabinoid researcher, offers a wealth of knowledge on the pharmacology and therapeutic applications of cannabinoids. Dr. Russo is CEO of CReDO Science, CMO of Andira Pharmaceuticals, and Medical Advisor at Canurta, Inc. He has participated in over 20 botanical cannabis pharmaceutical clinical trials and written more than 70 peer-reviewed journal articles.
This conference is a must-attend event for anyone interested in the evolving landscape of cannabis in Texas!
Cannabis laws are changing quickly at the federal, state, and local levels. With growing public support, lawmakers are under pressure to establish a safe, legal, and well-regulated cannabis industry. The explosion of interest in intoxicating hemp products demonstrates that Texans are eager for access to cannabis, especially considering how unreasonably restrictive the Compassionate Use Program remains after nearly 10 years. Texas is now home to a multi-billion dollar cannabis industry operating without many of the basic regulations we’d expect to see, such as age restrictions and strict enforcement of testing requirements.
Conference attendees will hear from current and former regulators from other states to learn best practices and avoid pitfalls. This is an invaluable opportunity for Texas to gain insights and guidance on establishing a robust regulatory framework.
We are excited to host this significant event at Texas A&M University (TAMU) for the second time, with sponsorship from the Soil & Crop Sciences Department and Rare Earth Genomics. Texas A&M, a leader in hemp research, is collaborating with Rare Earth Genomics to advance genetic development. We’re eager to hear the latest updates from TAMU hemp researchers.
The movement for cannabis law reform continues to grow, and the industry is evolving rapidly. Like never before, cannabis is being viewed as a serious commodity, and lawmakers continue the process of unwinding decades of failed prohibitionist policy.
We look forward to seeing you there and being part of the discussions that will shape the future of cannabis policy in Texas! For more information and to register, visit www.TexasCannabisConference.org.