Politics

GOP Congressional Committee Lifts D.C. Cannabis Sales Ban, Introduces Cannabis Banking Protections

By / June 4, 2024 /

GOP House Committee Unveils Spending Bill with Key Cannabis Reforms A GOP House committee has introduced a comprehensive spending bill for the 2025 fiscal year that excludes a long-standing rider…

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New Jersey Governor Honored by Cannabis Strain Named After Him

By / June 3, 2024 /

New Jersey Governor Honored by Cannabis Strain Named After Him, Calls for Further Reform Trenton, NJ—June 3, 2024 Governor Phil Murphy (D) of New Jersey expressed his honor and enthusiasm…

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Florida’s DeSantis Expected to Veto Restrictive THC Hemp Bill

By / June 3, 2024 /

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis Poised to Veto Hemp Bill, Potentially Saving Industry Tallahassee, FL – Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, known for his staunch opposition to adult-use cannabis, is expected to…

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GOP Pushes to Eliminate Cannabis Testing Ban for Military Recruits in Defense Bill

By / June 3, 2024 /

Republican Members of Congress Challenge Marijuana Testing Provision in Defense Bill Washington, D.C.—June 3, 2024 Republican members of Congress are actively seeking to eliminate a provision in the 2025 National…

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N.J. Governor Murphy Visits Prominent Black-Owned Cannabis Cultivator

By / May 31, 2024 /

Governor Phil Murphy recently visited a Black-owned cannabis cultivator in Burlington County, underscoring his administration’s commitment to ensuring diversity in New Jersey’s burgeoning cannabis industry. The visit included a tour…

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Trulieve Expands Ohio Presence with Harvest of OH Settlement

By / May 31, 2024 /

On May 30, Trulieve Cannabis Corp., based in Florida, announced the acquisition of two medical cannabis dispensaries in Ohio from Harvest of Ohio LLC as part of a litigation settlement.…

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Farm Bill Amendment on Hemp-Derived Cannabinoids Tops CBT’s May Stories

By / May 31, 2024 /

The U.S. House Agriculture Committee has completed its markup of the 2024 Farm Bill, introducing significant changes to the hemp industry. An amendment by Rep. Mary Miller (R-Ill.) proposes banning…

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A Decade On: Is Colorado’s Regulated Cannabis Model Still Leading the Nation?

By / May 31, 2024 /

Ten years ago, Colorado pioneered the model for state-regulated, adult-use marijuana, using alcohol and tobacco regulations as a guide. Since then, nearly half of all U.S. states have legalized adult-use…

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California Law Enforcement Embraces Legalization of Cannabis

By / May 30, 2024 /

California’s pot farmers have found an unexpected ally: the police. After years of opposing cannabis legalization, the state’s most powerful law enforcement group is now supporting it, marking a significant…

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Cannabis Tax Burden: Exploring Relief Through Federal Restriction Easing

By / May 28, 2024 /

The federal tax code presents a significant challenge for legal cannabis businesses, hindering their ability to thrive and succeed in a burgeoning industry. This issue is exemplified by the experience…

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Breaking Down the DEA’s Latest Hemp Rules and Their Implications for Cannabis Businesses

By / May 28, 2024 /

The recent clarification by the DEA regarding the treatment of tetrahydrocannabinolic acid (THCA) in hemp products has triggered widespread concern within the hemp industry. The DEA’s interpretation, which includes THCA…

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Governor Hochul Addresses Departure of State Cannabis Management Executive Director

By / May 28, 2024 /

In a recent development within New York’s cannabis regulatory landscape, Governor Kathy Hochul took a moment to acknowledge the significant contributions of Chris Alexander, who recently departed from his role…

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