CannabisLegalization

Critics Argue Maryland’s Cannabis Pardons Fall Short

By / June 19, 2024 /

On Monday, Maryland Governor Wes Moore announced a significant move in criminal justice reform: the pardoning of 175,000 individuals with low-level marijuana convictions. This initiative is one of the most…

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Cannabis Compliance: Balancing State and Federal Laws

By / June 17, 2024 /

The legalization of cannabis has led to a complex web of regulations, with both state and federal governments playing a role in shaping the industry’s compliance landscape. While some states…

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Gov. DeSantis Opposes Cannabis Legalization Despite Voter Support

By / June 14, 2024 /

Will Amendment 3 Go Up in Smoke or Light Up Florida? Between now and November, Florida voters will face a deluge of messages about Amendment 3, which proposes legalizing recreational…

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Well-Funded Opposition Mounts Against Florida Adult-Use Cannabis Legalization

By / June 13, 2024 /

In Florida, the campaign to legalize adult-use cannabis faces a formidable challenge from well-funded opposition. Governor Ron DeSantis has established the Florida Freedom Fund, aiming to thwart Amendment 3, which…

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New York Cannabis Officials’ Alarming Emails to Governor Over Private Equity Loan Deal

By / June 12, 2024 /

Last June, a $150 million deal with Chicago Atlantic Group marked a major milestone in New York’s cannabis program. However, doubts arose immediately within the Office of Cannabis Management (OCM).…

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New York Regulators Greenlight Cannabis Home Grow Rules Amid Top-Level Changes

By / June 12, 2024 /

Regulators in New York have officially greenlit rules permitting adults aged 21 and older to cultivate cannabis plants for personal use. Under the new regulations, individuals can grow up to…

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Cannabis Legalization Could Hit Three More States in November Elections

By / June 11, 2024 /

In states where lawmakers resist legalization efforts, advocates turn to ballot measures. Nebraskan Crista Eggers spearheads a petition to legalize medicinal marijuana, driven by her son’s medical needs. Nebraskan Campaign…

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New York Set to Finalize Home Cannabis Cultivation Rules

By / June 11, 2024 /

New York to Approve Home Cannabis Cultivation Rules The State Cannabis Control Board is set to approve regulations allowing adults aged 21 and older to cultivate marijuana at home. Initially…

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GOP Congressman Foresees Florida’s Path to Cannabis Legalization

By / June 11, 2024 /

Republican Congressman Brian Mast of Florida strongly believes the state will approve a cannabis legalization measure on Election Day. Mast, an advocate for cannabis reform, stated the measure “will pass”…

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Nebraska Advocates Push for Medical Cannabis Initiative

By / June 10, 2024 /

Nebraskan advocates from Nebraska for Medical Marijuana (NMM) are racing against time to secure signatures for their ballot initiative. As the July 3 deadline looms, campaign manager Crista Eggers emphasizes…

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GOP Congressman’s Optimism: Florida Voters Likely to Approve Cannabis Legalization

By / June 10, 2024 /

Rep. Brian Mast (R-FL), co-chair of the Congressional Cannabis Caucus, expressed optimism in an exclusive interview with The Dales Report about Florida voters passing a marijuana legalization initiative this November.…

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German Bundestag Approves Amendments to Cannabis Legislation

By / June 10, 2024 /

The Federal Ministry for Digital and Transport has amended the Road Traffic Act, raising the THC blood content limit from 1 nanogram per milliliter to 3.5 nanograms per milliliter. This…

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