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Washington Bill would ban pre-employment drug testing for Cannabis Image Cannabis NewsApril 4, 2023 Senate Bill 5123 would ban most pre-employment drug testing for cannabis in the state of Washington. Washington state is poised to become the next state to ban most pre-employment drug tests for cannabis. As detection of THC is a poor way to measure
30-pound Marijuana bale washes up on Florida beach Image Cannabis NewsApril 4, 2023 PALM BEACH - A Florida beachgoer stumbled upon an illicit package over the weekend, according to the US Border Patrol. Chief Patrol Agent Walter Slosar said a Good Samaritan discovered a “bale of marijuana” that washed ashore in Palm Beach. According to the Border P
Was recreational Marijuana ever legal in Texas? Image Cannabis NewsApril 3, 2023 TEXAS - Marijuana is currently illegal recreationally in the state of Texas, but was that always the case? In the U.S., 21 states, two territories, and the District of Columbia allow recreational adult use of marijuana. While Texas allows some degree of “low-THC cannab
$59 million paid so far in CT Cannabis licenses Image Cannabis NewsApril 3, 2023 The state has so far made more than $59 million in cannabis license fees, according to state data. The majority of that will pay for as-yet-undefined social equity initiatives. According to data provided by the state Department of Consumer Protection, the state receive
Delta-8 businesses worry they could go bankrupt as Florida legislation moves Image Cannabis NewsApril 3, 2023 TALLAHASSEE - The stores seem to be on every block. The products seem to be in every gas station. After just a few years of being legal, courtesy of a loophole in a 2018 federal farm bill, THC products like delta-8 and delta-9 have exploded
Cannabis sales expanding across New York State Image Cannabis NewsApril 3, 2023 With the legal marijuana business in New York ramping up, vendors and regulators alike are working overtime to prepare for what the state hopes will be an important new industry. At this Capital Region networking forum hosted non-profit NY Small Farma, industry movers a
Court lifts ban on legal Weed shops Image Cannabis NewsMarch 31, 2023 The decision lets regulators issue licenses in some of the state’s most populated areas, but 18 remain on hold as judges prepare to hear arguments. A federal appeals court has lifted part of an injunction that prevented cannabis regulators from issuing licenses for recreational d
International Hemp seeing significant Industrial Hemp market growth as it develops new genetics Image Cannabis NewsMarch 30, 2023 DENVER - International Hemp, a global leader in the production and distribution of certified industrial hemp seed, is seeing its third year of 100% sales growth in North America. International Hemp’s genetics have been o
Ben & Jerry's founder takes on criminal justice reform with new Cannabis non-profit Image Cannabis NewsMarch 30, 2023 BEN’S BEST BLNZ or B3 is a non-profit cannabis company launched by Ben Cohen of Ben & Jerry’s with an advocacy edge. Ben Cohen of Ben & Jerry’s announced BEN’S BEST BLNZ (B3)—a registered non-profit cannabis company with an entirely
Death penalty for man who brutally stabbed Hemp store employee Image Cannabis NewsMarch 30, 2023 A convicted killer will pay the ultimate price for stabbing a hemp store clerk in North Carolina last year. Charles Michael Haywood, 22, appeared before a judge on Monday, March 27, and will be charged with capital murder for the fatal stabbing of a wom
Alberta producers can now provide retailers with Cannabis samples Image Cannabis NewsMarch 29, 2023 Cannabis representatives may provide up to 3.5 grams of dried cannabis, or equivalency, as sample product. Alberta cannabis retailers can now try before they buy. Alberta Gaming, Liquor and Cannabis (AGLC) recently announced that cannabis representat
Marijuana sales tax issues unresolved as Missouri voters head to the polls next week Image Cannabis NewsMarch 29, 2023 There are disagreements about whether or not cities and counties can "stack" the taxes. INDEPENDENCE - As voters in Missouri head to the polls a week from today, many will decide on whether or not to add a 3% local tax to recreatio
New law could increase taxes on Marijuana sales in Montana Image Cannabis NewsMarch 29, 2023 BILLINGS - In the state legislature cannabis is once again taking center stage. This year, a proposed bill is seeking to undo almost all of the policy changes that were voted into effect by Montanans. It has been an interesting journey when it comes to the
Red Bank ready to make it harder to open legal Weed Stores Image Cannabis NewsMarch 29, 2023 RED BANK - Nearly two years after the borough legalized the sale and manufacturing of marijuana within its boundaries, the Borough Council is proposing to change its rules regarding where cannabis businesses can be established and how many cannabis business
Austin-based Medical Marijuana operator opens first Texas dispensary Image Cannabis NewsMarch 29, 2023 AUSTIN - An Austin-based medical marijuana operator opened its first Texas dispensary in Southeast Austin. Goodblend's open doors makes it one of three retail dispensaries in the state. "Many Texans if you ask them don’t know that it’s legal, and
Delaware lawmakers give final approval to Marijuana bills Image Cannabis NewsMarch 29, 2023 DOVER - The Delaware Senate gave final approval Tuesday to bills legalizing recreational marijuana use by adults in the state and authorizing the establishment of a state-licensed and regulated cannabis industry, setting up a potential battle with Democratic
