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NY Judge’s Cannabis Ruling Opens Door for More Challenges Image Cannabis NewsApril 9, 2024 New York Judge's Ruling Sparks Potential Wave of Cannabis Regulation Challenges. A New York judge’s recent ruling that a handful of the state’s adult-use cannabis regulations are “unconstitutionally vague” and infringe on the free-speech rights of cannabis bu
Federal Cannabis Enforcement Intensifies in New Mexico Image Cannabis NewsApril 9, 2024 Federal Crackdown Threatens New Mexico's Cannabis Industry. Recent federal cannabis enforcement actions in New Mexico highlight the conflict between state laws and federal prohibition. The seizures by CBP disrupt the supply chain, affecting businesses’ ability t
Street Renovation Begins in Denmark’s Christiania To Deter Illegal Cannabis Sales Image Cannabis NewsApril 9, 2024 Volunteers were invited to remove cobblestones from the famous street to make room for government-funded renovations and a fresh start. The residents of Freetown Christiania, located in Copenhagen, Denmark, recently began to physically
NC's First Cannabis Dispensary Opens Amidst Enforcement Uncertainty Image Cannabis NewsApril 9, 2024 As NC's 1st cannabis dispensary opens, Cherokee Co, DA to 'continue to enforce state law'. Even as the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians prepares to begin selling medical marijuana at the Great Smoky Cannabis Company dispensary on April 20, the distr
Amid Marijuana Legalization, a Civic Problem Lingers: That Smell Image Cannabis NewsApril 8, 2024 The pungent odor of cannabis has emerged as a quality-of-life issue from New York City to Amsterdam. In what’s considered a nationwide first, a 76-year-old woman in Washington, DC’s Cleveland Park neighborhood sued the tenant who lived in a rental apar
Don’t punish Marijuana workers in bankruptcy proceedings Image Cannabis NewsApril 8, 2024 Bankruptcy Court Ruling Highlights Legal Gray Areas for Cannabis Industry Employees. As the Biden administration drags its feet on bringing pot out of the legal shadows, employees of cannabis companies often find themselves stuck in legal gray areas, including
Promised as a 'cash crop,' hemp has plummeted in price. SC farmers are leaving it behind. Image Cannabis NewsApril 8, 2024 On 19 acres of farmland, Cody Callarman began growing hemp in a small shed. With the weeks-old puppy he'd found on the land by his side, he prepared the crop before eventually planting the seedlings in the ground. That was four
California auditor looks at favoritism, corruption in Marijuana permitting process Image Cannabis NewsApril 8, 2024 State Audit Recommends Measures to Prevent Corruption in Cannabis Permitting. A state audit triggered by instances of corruption and graft at the municipal level in permitting cannabis businesses has come up with recommendations that
DEA faces Marijuana Legal Scrutiny Image Cannabis NewsApril 8, 2024 Patients suffer as DEA delays Marijuana clinical trials. DEA's mandate is drug diversion, security and to facilitate drug development? Immediately, MMJ filed for relief in Rhode Island federal court, seeking an order to halt the DEA's unconstitutional actions. The trial focused on
Clarification of New York’s Marijuana Regulations Ruling Image Cannabis NewsApril 5, 2024 New York Marijuana Regulations: Clarity Emerges Amidst Initial Confusion. A judge’s initial ruling that seemed to void New York marijuana laws was corrected, narrowing its impact on the industry. New York’s Supreme Court struck down specific rules against thir
Cannabis experts see potential in Ohio’s social equity and jobs program Image Cannabis NewsApril 5, 2024 Ohio's Cannabis Entrepreneurs Navigate Challenges and Opportunities. Jim Ickes contends that the harsh truth about cannabis entrepreneurship can be found in a popular industry Q and A meme. Q: What do you need to make $1 million in cannabis? A:
Bill to waive lab testing for regulated Cannabis business receives support Image Cannabis NewsApril 4, 2024 It's being referred to as a matter of critical importance, Bill-260 got favorable support during a public hearing today. The measure would ultimately waive the lab testing requirement for regulated cannabis businesses until a lab is put in pl
Alabama lawmakers push to expand number of licenses to grow, sell Medical Marijuana Image Cannabis NewsApril 4, 2024 Analysts and companies say they are expecting 2025 to be a boom year if Florida and Pennsylvania can legalize recreational marijuana. A new bill that would significantly increase the number of licenses Alabama could award to companie
Massachusetts council approves pardoning people with misdemeanor Cannabis convictions Image Cannabis NewsApril 4, 2024 Massachusetts Approves Governor's Plan to Pardon Misdemeanor Marijuana Offenses. A Massachusetts council on Wednesday approved Governor Maura Healey's plan to pardon tens of thousands of people convicted of misdemeanor marijuana ch
Iowa Legislature Passes Bill To Cap Potency of Hemp Products Image Cannabis NewsApril 4, 2024 Iowa Senate Passes Bill to Cap THC Potency in Hemp Products. A bill to put a THC limit on consumable hemp products is headed to the governor’s desk after the Iowa Senate passed the measure on Tuesday. The Iowa state Senate on Tuesday approved a bill to cap
New rules for Delta-8 and other Hemp-infused products Image Cannabis NewsApril 4, 2024 Georgia's New Law Requires Testing and Age Restrictions for Hemp-Infused Products. A new law will require testing for hemp-infused edibles, drinks and other consumable hemp products and restrict their sales to those over the age of 21. Why it matters: The sale of
