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Running on a High: How Cannabis Enhances the Runner’s Experience

By / May 15, 2024 /

A recent study conducted by researchers at the University of Colorado Boulder has shed light on the potential benefits of using cannabis before embarking on a running session. Contrary to…

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Cash Crop: The High Stakes Investments of Cannabis Companies Before Recreational Sales Begin

By / May 15, 2024 /

As Ohio’s regulatory landscape shifts to accommodate non-medical cannabis sales, established cannabis companies in the state are embarking on a significant transformation to cater to this burgeoning market. With the…

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Hemp vs. Cannabis: Battle Over Intoxicating Cannabinoid Ban in Farm Bill

By / May 15, 2024 /

In the forthcoming Farm Bill, a clash of priorities looms large as various stakeholders vie to have their interests represented. Among the contenders are hemp businesses, marijuana companies, state regulators,…

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Georgia Governor Signs Bill to Regulate Hemp Products

By / May 15, 2024 /

Georgia’s governor has approved a new bill focused on the regulation of hemp-derived products and the expansion of the state’s hemp industry. Details of Senate Bill 494 The bill, known…

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Nebraska Medical Cannabis Campaign Clears Signature Hurdle

By / May 15, 2024 /

Nebraskans for Medical Marijuana (NMM) announces a significant milestone in their ongoing efforts to legalize medical cannabis in the state. A History of Persistence Learn about the challenges NMM has…

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DOJ Dismisses Ayahuasca Church Settlement as Unrelated to Psychedelic Church Case

By / May 15, 2024 /

In an ongoing legal battle over the legal status of an Iowa-based church’s use of ayahuasca, the Department of Justice (DOJ) is underlining the differences between the case at hand…

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GOP Congresswoman Hails Cannabis Rescheduling, Cautions Against Broader Drug Decriminalization

By / May 15, 2024 /

At a recent hearing before the House Education and the Workforce Committee, Representative Lori Chavez-DeRemer (R-OR) expressed her support for the federal rescheduling of marijuana. She specifically addressed U.S. Department…

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Ohio’s Preemptive Measures: 47 Communities Opt Out of Recreational Cannabis Businesses

By / May 15, 2024 /

In a proactive move, forty-seven Ohio communities have implemented moratoriums banning recreational marijuana businesses within their jurisdictions, a recent report by Laura Hancock reveals. Interestingly, this trend aligns with the…

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Banks Keep Their Distance: Why Card Payments Remain Elusive for Legal Cannabis

By / May 15, 2024 /

In the dynamic landscape of legal cannabis, payment processing has long been a significant challenge, with major banks steering clear of the sector due to federal regulations. While the industry…

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Texas Leaders Focus on Booming Hemp Market Growth

By / May 14, 2024 /

The landscape of cannabis consumption in Texas has experienced a seismic shift since the legalization of consumable hemp products. Across the state, thousands of dispensaries have emerged, offering an array…

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Arkansas Medical Cannabis Program Surpasses Expectations in Patient Enrollment

By / May 14, 2024 /

Since the inception of medical marijuana in Arkansas in 2019, the industry has experienced remarkable growth. With over three dozen storefronts, more than 102,000 registered patients, and revenue surpassing $1.1…

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New York’s Cannabis Director Resigns Amid Agency Overhaul

By / May 14, 2024 /

New York Governor Kathy Hochul has initiated a significant overhaul of the state’s Office of Cannabis Management, marking a crucial leadership change within the agency. Structural Limitations Identified The governor’s…

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