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Legislative Fix in the Works to Address Alabama's Medical Marijuana Licensing Issues. A Legislation would expand the number of integrated licenses from five to as many as 15, ending many of the lawsuits currently facing the AMCC. legislative fix could be on the way for Alabama’s medical marijuana

New York State’s beleaguered cannabis growers may be breathing a bit easier today. That’s because details of the cannabis relief fund were included in the New York State Senate 2024 (one-house) budget plan released on Tuesday. The plan, which in tandem with the state Assembly budget blueprint will

VP Kamala Harris to Discuss Criminal Justice Reform with Rapper Fat Joe and Pardoned Individuals at White House Event. U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris on Friday plans to gather rapper Fat Joe and several people pardoned by the Biden administration for marijuana-related convictions for a White

The New Orleans Police Department’s headquarters has a unique problem and the police chief believes it’s high time something is done. Police Superintendent Anne Kirkpatrick told City Council that rats have overrun the evidence and property room at the facility and that they’re eating the marijuana

Germany's Impending Cannabis Legalization: Winners and Challenges in the Industry. Grass, weed, cannabis: Smoking dope is set to become legal in Germany. It's unclear when the new law will come into force, but it's already apparent who will benefit financially — and who won't. Dirk Rehahn isn't

3-year program supports people aged 14 to 35 and has a month-long waitlist Tegan Rose's job involves going into the community to support people aged 14 to 35 who have been in a state of psychosis for what's believed to be the first time — and getting them help as early as possible. The registered

Medical cannabis patients in Washington could soon no longer have to pay the steep excise tax on their treatment. Washington’s Senate has passed HB 1453, legislation that will exempt medical cannabis patients and designated providers from the 37% excise tax imposed on all cannabis sales. The bill

Medical cannabis patients in Washington could soon no longer have to pay the steep excise tax on their treatment. Washington’s Senate has passed HB 1453, legislation that will exempt medical cannabis patients and designated providers from the 37% excise tax imposed on all cannabis sales. The bill

Challenges and Growth in the Cannabis Industry Amid Evolving Legal Landscape and Economic Factors. The cannabis industry has grown dramatically in recent years in response to expanding legalization and a flood of capital from venture capital firms and other investors. In 2023, voters in Maryland and

New York State Senate Unveils Groundbreaking Cannabis Legislation, Allocates $128 Million for Industry Support and Regulation. In a groundbreaking move, the New York State Senate has unveiled significant strides in cannabis legislation, marking a pivotal moment for the industry’s growth and

Lansing-Area Marijuana Businesses Awarded Grants in State's Social Equity Program. A half dozen Lansing-area marijuana businesses recently were awarded more than $16,000 each as part of a statewide social equity program, Michigan’s Cannabis Regulatory Agency announced. “Since the legalization of

A Kelowna cannabis store will be closed for a week next month after being caught selling THC gummies to a 16-year-old. According to a decision from the BC Liquor and Cannabis Regulation Branch, Prime Cannabis on Pandosy Street sold a five-pack of cannabis gummies to an undercover minor working with

Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey Expected to Pardon Convictions for Simple Marijuana Possession. Gov. Maura Healey is expected to pardon people in Massachusetts convicted of simple possession of marijuana later this week, following in the footsteps of President Joe Biden’s federal policies

Russian Court Extends Detention of German Man Caught with Cannabis Gummy Candies Until April 15. A Russian court on Tuesday extended until April 15 the pre-trial detention of a German man who was arrested last month on suspicion of carrying gummy candies containing cannabis into Russia. Patrick

Does the rise of cannabis-infused drinks mean the downfall of wine, beer and spirits? Kathleen Willcox investigates. Remember bong hits and blunts? Not too long ago, cannabis culture was deeply embedded in the counter-culture. The perception was that cannabis was for hippies and hip hoppers, and all

Amsterdam will not be part of an experiment with regulated cannabis now underway in the Netherlands after a vote in the country’s Parliament last week. Amsterdam, a city long associated with relaxed weed rules, has been left out of a pilot experiment with legal cannabis sales now underway in the

Runners and Scientists Are Racing To Find Out More and more amateur runners are turning to cannabis as a way to enhance their running experience — Is it working? n a cold winter evening in Brooklyn, New York, a group of runners gathered to begin their weekly group run. But before they started their

New Jersey's Cannabis Market Surpasses $2 Billion in Total Sales: Growth Continues with $800 Million in 2023. New Jersey’s cannabis market earned more than $800 million — $800,279,300 — in medicinal and recreational cannabis sales in 2023, according to a Friday announcement from the New Jersey

Minnesota could become the first state in nine years to open cannabis dispensaries that are run by cities and counties. That’s because of one line in the state’s new cannabis laws that allow for cities and counties to “establish, own and operate a municipal cannabis store.” The law appears to be the

Michigan Distributes $87 Million from Marijuana Sales to Municipalities and Counties: Oakland County Receives $4,38 Million Share. Oakland County and a handful of communities with licensed recreational marijuana retailers will share $4.38 million in 2023 taxes and fees collected by the state on