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Cannabis Clubs Are Here to Stay in Barcelona, Spain Image Cannabis NewsJanuary 15, 2024 Barcelona Mayor Launches Crackdown on Cannabis Clubs, Igniting Debate Over Regulation and Tourism Impact. Barcelona Mayor Jaume Collboni and the Barcelona City Council are ramping up efforts to close down the city’s famed cannabis clubs, with the City Council re
FDA Review Supports Reclassifying Marijuana as Less Risky Drug Image Cannabis NewsJanuary 15, 2024 Scientists from the US Food and Drug Administration conclude in newly released documents that marijuana has less potential for abuse than other drugs with the same restrictions and it should be reclassified as a less dangerous drug. Not only that, the
Federal Scientists Recommend Easing Restrictions on Marijuana Image Cannabis NewsJanuary 15, 2024 In newly disclosed documents, federal researchers find that cannabis may have medical uses and is less likely to cause harm than drugs like heroin. Marijuana is neither as risky nor as prone to abuse as other tightly controlled substances and has poten
DC school parents fight to stop proposed Marijuana dispensary Image Cannabis NewsJanuary 12, 2024 Parents at BASIS DC, a competitive Penn Quarter charter school, are battling to stop a potential cannabis dispensary from opening nearby. Why it matters: The District is in the weeds of cannabis regulation, and the fight reveals a potential loophole th
DC Council Approves Penalties for Unlicensed Weed Gifting Shops Image Cannabis NewsJanuary 12, 2024 The Washington, DC District Council has approved a measure to fine unlicensed weed shops. The Washington, D.C. District Council on Tuesday approved a measure that establishes new penalties for cannabis gifting shops. The bill, which could go into eff
Thailand moves to ban recreational Cannabis use, 18 months after historic decriminalization Image Cannabis NewsJanuary 11, 2024 Thailand Considers Banning Recreational Cannabis After Legalization Boom. Thailand’s new government is moving ahead to pass new legisalation banning cannabis for recreational use in a major reversal 18 months after the cou
A Closer Look at Virginia’s Cannabis Legislation: Opportunities and Obstacles Image Cannabis NewsJanuary 11, 2024 Virginia Takes Steps Toward Recreational Marijuana Sales. Legislative Progress: House Bill 698 reflects Virginia’s growing momentum towards legalizing recreational marijuana, indicating a shift in the political landscape favoring cannab
Potential game changers for Cannabis in 2024 Image Cannabis NewsJanuary 11, 2024 Michigan Cannabis Operators Look to Federal Changes and State Testing Facility in 2024. As 2024 kicks into full swing and we pull ourselves away from family and head back to work, its a good time to look ahead at what the upcoming year has in store. In Michigan, cannab
Governor Hochul’s Bold Move to Weed Out Illicit Cannabis Sales in New York Image Cannabis NewsJanuary 10, 2024 Governor Hochul's Legislative Proposal Aims to Strengthen Enforcement Against Illicit Cannabis Sales. In Buffalo and across the, a new battlefront opens in the war against illicit cannabis sales. Governor Kathy Hochul, in a determined stri
Thailand moves to ban Recreational use of Cannabis in setback for nascent industry Image Cannabis NewsJanuary 9, 2024 Thailand Proposes Ban on Recreational Cannabis, Hefty Penalties in New Bill. Thailand is proposing a ban on recreational use of cannabis and hefty penalties on offenders under a new Bill that seeks to end a legal vacuum after the co
Wisconsin would operate five dispensaries under limited Medical Marijuana legalization program Image Cannabis NewsJanuary 9, 2024 Wisconsin Assembly Republicans Propose Limited Medical Marijuana Bill. Assembly Republicans announced a limited proposal Monday to make medical marijuana available for Wisconsinites with certain medical conditions and re
New Mexico Revoked Licenses of Cannabis Growers and Fined Them $2M for Many Violations Image Cannabis NewsJanuary 9, 2024 New Mexico marijuana regulators revoked the licenses of two growing operations in a rural county for numerous violations and have levied a $1M fine against each business. One of the businesses, Native American Agricultural Devel
Biden’s Marijuana pardons welcome, but federal drug laws must meet reality Image Cannabis NewsJanuary 9, 2024 Biden Should Just Legalize Marijuana. President Joe Biden demonstrated the proper use of presidential clemency power a few weeks ago, when he pardoned thousands of people who had been convicted of various nonviolent marijuana violations on
What is stopping Cannabis Legalization in Indiana Image Cannabis NewsJanuary 8, 2024 Perceptions on Cannabis Legalization Stalling Progress in Indiana, Says Lawmaker. Indiana is now surrounded by three states that have legalized recreational cannabis, but attempts to legalize it here haven’t made it far. One lawmaker says personal perceptions are s
Ohio lawmaker drafting standalone bill to regulate Hemp products Image Cannabis NewsJanuary 8, 2024 Governor DeWine Urges Ohio House to Address Marijuana Laws, Including Regulation of Hemp Derivatives. Gov. Mike DeWine is again urging the Ohio House to act on modifying the state’s recreational marijuana laws, and his request includes regulating uns
Professionals weigh in on a decade of legal Recreational Marijuana in Colorado Image Cannabis NewsJanuary 8, 2024 Ten years have passed since Colorado legalized recreational marijuana, a decision that has brought significant changes to the state. Opinions on the impacts of this legislation vary, from law enforcement to recovery specialists and thos
