A recent poll from the University of Houston's Hobby School of Public Affairs found that 62 percent of Texan adults support the legalization of recreational marijuana, while 79 percent think medical marijuana with a prescription should be permitted.

University of Houston poll reveals Texans' strong backing for loosening medical marijuana restrictions and embracing resort casinos, signaling a potential shift in the state's landscape.

A new poll shows Texans want to ban THC but are in favor of legalizing the use of recreational marijuana. THC or tetrahydrocannabinol is the main psychoactive chemical component found in cannabis and is what causes the sensation of feeling high.

The study, which surveyed 1,200 Texas adults, found that more than 70% of Texans support the legalization of “destination resort casinos" in the state and more than 60% support the sale and use of marijuana for recreational purposes.

The poll was conducted by the University of Houston’s Hobby School of Public Affairs as the Texas Legislature begins its session.

AUSTIN, Texas — A new poll shows there's support in Texas to legalize casinos and loosen marijuana restrictions. More than 1,000 Texans were surveyed by the University of Houston recently and found nearly 80% of people supported expanding medical marijuana. Legalizing and decriminalizing recreational use also received bipartisan support.

A new University of Houston poll reveals strong support among Texans for various gun control measures, including background checks and age restrictions.

Texas saw the growth of the industrial hemp industry, which produced a large amount of products containing THC. Many Texans are unsure of how to regulate these products.