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Branching Out: The Cannabis Industry Quest for New Heights

By / May 1, 2024 /

Implications of the Justice Department’s Recommendation on Cannabis Rescheduling For years, the dreams of the cannabis industry looked like they might go up in smoke, with the U.S. government classifying…

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North Carolina Senator Suggests Combining Medical Cannabis Bill with Hemp Regulations

By / April 30, 2024 /

In recent discussions, Senate President Pro Tempore Phil Berger has indicated that there might be a way to advance a medical marijuana legalization bill in North Carolina. He suggests merging…

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New Hampshire’s GOP Gubernatorial Hopeful Takes Stand Against Cannabis Legalization

By / April 30, 2024 /

Former U.S. Senator Kelly Ayotte (R), currently a gubernatorial candidate in New Hampshire, recently voiced her opposition to legalizing marijuana for adults, citing concerns about the potential impact on public…

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Lawmakers and Advocates Sound Alarm on Virginia Governor’s Cannabis Veto, Fearing Boost to Black Market

By / April 30, 2024 /

Three years, four legislative sessions, and one recent veto later, Virginia remains without a recreational cannabis market, leaving potential investors in limbo and advocates frustrated. The recent veto by Governor…

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Federal Research Meeting to Examine Cannabis Efficacy for Pain Treatment

By / April 30, 2024 /

The National Institutes of Health (NIH) division, the National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health (NCCIH), is organizing an open meeting to discuss the potential use of cannabis components in…

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DeSantis Takes Stand Against Florida Cannabis Ballot Measure

By / April 30, 2024 /

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis is ramping up his opposition to a proposed marijuana legalization measure as the state gears up for a crucial ballot initiative in November. Here’s a breakdown…

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DEA’s Cannabis Rescheduling Decision Sparks Reactions, Ignites Calls for Bolder Reform

By / April 30, 2024 /

The Drug Enforcement Administration’s (DEA) recent decision to reschedule cannabis from Schedule I to Schedule III of the Controlled Substances Act (CSA) has elicited a range of reactions from lawmakers,…

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Proposal in St. Louis: Extending Dispensary Hours and Introducing Cannabis Cafes

By / April 30, 2024 /

As the St. Louis Board of Aldermen commences its new session, Ward 14 Alderman Rasheen Aldridge is spearheading efforts to introduce legislation aimed at enhancing the city’s revenue streams. With…

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Biden-Directed Health Agency Spurs Historic DEA Rescheduling of Cannabis

By / April 30, 2024 /

The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) has announced a groundbreaking move, concurring with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) recommendation to reclassify marijuana from Schedule I to Schedule…

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End of the Road: Kansas Medical Cannabis Proposal Shelved for 2024

By / April 30, 2024 /

A bill aiming to legalize medical marijuana in Kansas has met its demise for the year 2024, as efforts to bring the proposal to the Senate floor for debate fell…

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Appeal in Progress: Companies Linked to Out-of-State Firms Fight Cannabis License Revocation

By / April 30, 2024 /

Two Missouri social-equity licensees, associated with Michigan-based company Canna Zoned, have launched appeals against the state’s decision to revoke their dispensary licenses. The contentious issue stems from concerns over compliance…

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Bracing for Impact: Law Enforcement Foresees Surge in Cannabis Sales

By / April 30, 2024 /

As Maryland commemorates one year since the legalization of cannabis across the state in July 2024, both law enforcement agencies and the Maryland Cannabis Administration are bracing for an anticipated…

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