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Pardon Office Seeks Funds for Streamlined Process

By / April 3, 2024 /

PARDON seeks increased funding to hire additional staff for handling growing cannabis pardon applications. The Office of the Pardon Attorney (PARDON), under the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ), has submitted…

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Republican Backlash: AGs Challenge Unintended Cannabis Law

By / April 3, 2024 /

Addressing Legal Ambiguity: The Call for Congressional Action A coalition of 22 state attorneys general is urging Congress to address the legal vagueness that has inadvertently facilitated the sale of…

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Conifer & Palomar Debut Cannabis Insurance

By / April 3, 2024 /

Introduction: Conifer Holdings, Inc., a specialty insurance holding company, has entered into a strategic partnership with Palomar Holdings, Inc. This collaboration aims to provide specialized insurance coverage specifically tailored for…

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Beyond Buzz: Ensuring Safety and Security in Cannabis Production

By / April 3, 2024 /

Join Mary Gamble, Esq., MBA, CPP, and Tim Sutton, CPP, PSP, PCI, CHPA, as they delve into the complexities of security within the cannabis industry. Discover insights and strategies in…

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Hawaii’s Cannabis Reform Hits Roadblock, Stalls for the Year

By / April 3, 2024 /

Hawaii’s Marijuana Legalization Effort Hits a Roadblock The push to legalize marijuana in Hawaii this year came to a halt on Tuesday as Rep. Kyle Yamashita announced that SB 3335…

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Home-Grown Support: Americans Back Legal Cannabis Cultivation

By / April 3, 2024 /

Survey Shows Overwhelming American Consensus: Legalizing Home Cannabis Cultivation Gains Strong Support, Backed by Health, Safety, and Economic Benefits Introduction: As the United States gears up for the peak of…

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Blazing Trails: Florida’s Adult-Use Cannabis Initiative for 2024

By / April 3, 2024 /

Florida’s electorate will determine the destiny of a citizen-initiated constitutional amendment to legalize adult-use cannabis in the upcoming November 2024 election. This decision follows the state Supreme Court’s endorsement of…

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Youth and Delta-8 THC: Unveiling the Facts Behind the Numbers

By / April 3, 2024 /

The Growing Trend of Delta-8 THC Among High School Seniors Recent studies have shed light on the increasing prevalence of Delta-8 THC consumption among high school seniors in the United…

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New York Governor Takes Bold Step: Orders Comprehensive Audit of Cannabis Industry Program

By / April 3, 2024 /

Governor’s Initiative for Industry Transparency In a monumental move aimed at fostering transparency and accountability within New York’s burgeoning cannabis industry, Governor Kathy Hochul has issued a directive ordering a…

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Guardians of Green: Battling the Rise of Chinese Organized Crime in Oklahoma’s Cannabis Industry

By / April 2, 2024 /

Standing Against Shadows: Oklahoma’s Battle with Chinese Organized Crime in the Cannabis Sector In the heartland of Oklahoma, where the fertile soil promises abundant harvests, a darker underbelly has emerged…

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Unlocking Potential: DEA Rescheduling Cannabis Signals a Shift in Medical Acceptance

By / April 2, 2024 /

Introduction   Understanding the DEA’s Decision In a monumental move, the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) has taken significant steps towards acknowledging the medical potential of cannabis by rescheduling it. This…

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Texas Welcomes a New Brew: THC-Infused Beverages Spark Excitement

By / April 2, 2024 /

Texas Embraces THC-Infused Drinks: A Flavorful Frontier Unfolds In the Lone Star State, a new trend is brewing, quite literally. With the introduction of THC-infused beverages, Texas is experiencing a…

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