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Kentucky Launches Medical Cannabis License Applications

By / July 2, 2024 /

Kentucky has commenced the application process for cannabis business licenses, marking a significant step forward in implementing its medical marijuana program. This initiative follows the passage of House Bill 829…

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DeSantis’s $10K Anti-Cannabis Push vs Pro-Legalization’s Millions

By / July 2, 2024 /

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis’s political action committee, the “Florida Freedom Fund,” has struggled to gain traction since its launch in May, managing to raise a mere $10,000 in contributions. Campaign…

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D.C.’s Cannabis Sales: Congressional Rescheduling Could Be Key, Researchers Suggest

By / July 2, 2024 /

In a potential breakthrough for Washington, D.C., congressional researchers indicate that federal rescheduling of marijuana could finally enable the legalization of adult-use cannabis sales in the nation’s capital. However, lingering…

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Legalized: German Cannabis Clubs Roll Out Amid State-Level Variances

By / July 2, 2024 /

German cannabis enthusiasts can now take a significant step towards legal access to marijuana as the country’s new legalization law moves forward. Here’s a breakdown of the latest developments: Applications…

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Cannabis Activists Debate Regulator’s Alleged Big Tobacco Meeting

By / July 2, 2024 /

Tempers are running high within the cannabis advocacy community following a published letter by Jane Allen, a public health analyst at RTI International. Allen’s letter, featured in the journal Cannabis…

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Supreme Court Returns Marijuana and Gun Case

By / July 2, 2024 /

The U.S. Supreme Court has decided to remand a significant case concerning gun rights for marijuana consumers back to lower courts. This move follows a recent ruling in United States…

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Central New York Sees Surge in Cannabis Worker Unionization

By / July 2, 2024 /

In a significant development for the burgeoning cannabis industry in Central New York, employees at Central Processors New York have taken a historic step by unionizing under Local 338 RWDSU/UFCW.…

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Cannabis Industry Grapples with Legal and Financial Obstacles

By / July 2, 2024 /

In a compelling episode of the “Trade to Black” podcast, industry titans Anthony Coniglio, CEO of NewLake Capital (OTCQX: NLCP), and Dan Ahrens delved into pivotal topics shaping the future…

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Trulieve Announces New Medical Cannabis Dispensary in Homosassa, Florida

By / July 2, 2024 /

Trulieve, a prominent player in the U.S. cannabis industry, marked a significant milestone today with the opening of its newest medical cannabis dispensary in Homosassa, Florida. This expansion underscores Trulieve’s…

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Republicans Use Cannabis Smell to Oppose Legalization

By / July 2, 2024 /

Recent statements from Republican lawmakers, including Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, have intensified debates over public cannabis consumption, citing complaints about the smell and its impact on quality of life for…

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Supreme Court Ruling Casts Doubt on Rescheduling Plans

By / July 2, 2024 /

Last week, the U.S. Supreme Court made a landmark decision to overturn the longstanding Chevron ruling, sparking fear and uncertainty within the cannabis industry. This move, initially seen as a…

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Brazil Supreme Court Decriminalizes Cannabis Following 9-Year Debate

By / July 2, 2024 /

Brazil, a nation grappling with a staggering prison population, is on the brink of a potentially transformative move: decriminalizing cannabis. However, this move has sparked tension between the judiciary and…

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