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Unveiling Inequities: Investigation Reveals Private Advantage in New York Cannabis Deal

By / April 24, 2024 /

An Anticipated Agreement Unveiled Last June, Governor Kathy Hochul announced a groundbreaking deal aimed at fostering social equity in New York’s budding cannabis industry. The $200 million public-private fund was…

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Missouri Attorney General Launches Probe Into Intoxicating Hemp Goods

By / April 23, 2024 /

Attorney General Investigates Intoxicating Hemp Products By Rebecca Rivas, Missouri Independent Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey (R) launched an investigation into four companies Wednesday as part of an effort to…

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Evolving Standards: The Debate Over MDMA and Fentanyl in Workplace Drug Tests

By / April 23, 2024 /

Federal Workforce Drug Testing: Proposed Changes Federal officials are currently reviewing proposed adjustments to the guidelines governing drug testing in the federal workforce. These potential changes could have significant implications…

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DEA’s Role in Cannabis Rescheduling Criticized by Jesse Ventura

By / April 23, 2024 /

Jesse Ventura’s Bold Stand: From Governorship to Cannabis Advocacy Former Minnesota Governor Jesse Ventura has decided to dedicate his focus to cannabis advocacy rather than pursue elected office. In an…

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Congress Urges VA Readiness for MDMA Therapy as FDA Evaluates Psychedelic Approval

By / April 23, 2024 /

Bipartisan congressional lawmakers are urging the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to develop a comprehensive plan for providing MDMA-assisted therapy to veterans once the psychedelic receives approval from the…

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Study Links State Cannabis Legalization to Decreased Immigrant Deportations

By / April 23, 2024 /

A recent study conducted by researchers at Columbia University sheds light on the potential impact of state marijuana legalization on immigrant deportation rates. Published in the BMC Public Health journal,…

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Recreational Cannabis on the Horizon for NC Cherokee Dispensary, Tribal Council Member Reveals

By / April 23, 2024 /

Historic Opening of Cherokee Cannabis Dispensary The Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians marked a significant milestone on April 20 with the grand opening of their cannabis dispensary on the Qualla…

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Moving Forward: South Carolina’s Medical Cannabis Bill on House Agenda

By / April 23, 2024 /

South Carolina Senate’s Approval: A Significant Step Forward On February 13, 2024, South Carolina achieved a significant milestone in cannabis policy reform as the state Senate initially approved a bill…

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Cannabis Advocacy on the Campaign Trail: Illinois Governor’s Support for Biden

By / April 23, 2024 /

Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker hit the campaign trail in support of President Joseph Biden’s reelection bid, leveraging the occasion of 4/20 to highlight the strides made in cannabis policy reform…

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Understanding the Rules: Legal Cannabis Etiquette in Minnesota

By / April 23, 2024 /

For the past year, Jen Randolph Reise has been at the forefront of helping businesses navigate the complexities of legal cannabis across Minnesota. As the Head of Business and Cannabis…

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Kentucky Expedites Medical Cannabis Business Approvals for Efficient Launch

By / April 23, 2024 /

Kentucky Lawmakers Take Action for Smooth Medical Marijuana Rollout Kentucky’s eagerly anticipated medical marijuana program is on track to launch on January 1, and state lawmakers are taking proactive steps…

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Legal Quandary: Federal-State Dilemma Evident in New Mexico Cannabis Seizures

By / April 23, 2024 /

Federal Enforcement Actions Pose Challenges to New Mexico’s State-Legalized Cannabis Industry The clash between federal enforcement and state legalization. New Mexico’s Legalized Cannabis Clashes with Federal Actions Disruption in the…

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