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Two more higher-ups let go from NY’s Office of Cannabis Management Image Cannabis NewsJune 19, 2024 Leadership Shakeup at New York's Office of Cannabis Management Amid State Review. Two people in chief positions at New York’s Office of Cannabis Management were let go from their jobs last week as part of an ongoing shakeup at the beleaguered regulat
Cannabis decriminalisation debate could be delayed Image Cannabis NewsJune 19, 2024 Ministers have told the States they need more time to come up with legislation to decriminalise the personal use of cannabis. The States Assembly are due to debate plans from Deputy Tom Coles next week, who said the current rules had "created a two-tier system". The
Odor Alone No Grounds for Warrantless Vehicle Searches, Minnesota Court Rules Image Cannabis NewsJune 18, 2024 A Minnesota Supreme Court ruled again that cannabis odor is insufficient in justifying a police search of a vehicle. Police across the country continue to pull drivers over for one reason, then choose to search their vehicle for an entirel
Gov. DeSantis Opposes Recreational Marijuana Legalization Despite Strong Voter Support Image Cannabis NewsJune 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 marijuana for those 21 and older. Despite Repub
Proposed Cannabis Act changes step in the right direction, advocates say Image Cannabis NewsJune 13, 2024 Canadian Cannabis Retailers Call for End to High Excise Tax. While the proposals have generally received a positive reception, retailers are hoping to see an end to the 'unbelievably high' $1 per gram excise tax on cannabis. Proposed changes to
For Rogue Smoke Shops in New York, the ‘Party’s Over’ Image Cannabis NewsJune 13, 2024 The city is flexing its new enforcement powers to close hundreds of unlicensed cannabis stores. Critics have likened some of the authorities’ tactics to those used during the war on drugs. Gold balloons announcing the “GRAND OPENING” of Zaza City Convenience in s
Texas Judge Rejects GOP Challenge to Marijuana Law Image Cannabis NewsJune 13, 2024 Texas Judge Upholds Austin's Voter-Approved Marijuana Decriminalization. Ground Game Texas wins as Texas judge backs local voter-approved marijuana decriminalization. The ruling protects Austin’s ordinance and strengthens the legitimacy of voter-driven policy change
Thailand Unveils Rules to Classify Cannabis as Narcotics Again Image Cannabis NewsJune 12, 2024 Thailand Moves to Reclassify Cannabis as Narcotics, Crack Down on Recreational Use. Thailand has issued a draft regulation to reclassify cannabis as narcotics from next year as Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin’s government seeks to clamp down on rampant r
Native American Business Spearheads FDA and EU GMP Standards in Cannabis Industry Image Cannabis NewsJune 12, 2024 Prodigy Processing Solutions Partners with Refined Processes LLC to Establish First GMP-Compliant Pharmaceutical Cannabis Extraction Facility in the US. Prodigy Processing Solutions ("Prodigy"), a leading innovator in GMP-compliant can
Government in Canada Proposes Amendments to Cannabis Law, Lifting Burdens Image Cannabis NewsJune 11, 2024 Several amendments to Canada’s cannabis laws aim to ease some of the burdens that producers and distribution companies face. The Canadian government is proposing a series of amendments to federal cannabis regulations ranging from packaging to
California’s Cannabis Industry in Crisis: A Rocky Road Ahead Image Cannabis NewsJune 11, 2024 California's Cannabis Industry Faces Ongoing Crisis Amidst Economic Downturn and Regulatory Challenges. Vince Ning has a singular perspective on California’s weed industry. He’s the CEO and co-founder of Nabis, the state’s largest pot distribution company,
Federally reclassifying weed means Marijuana businesses will flourish in KY Image Cannabis NewsJune 10, 2024 President Biden Advances Plan to Reclassify Marijuana as Schedule III Drug. Last month, President Joe Biden officially announced he was moving forward with a plan to reclassify marijuana under the Controlled Substances Act. The move would se
97% of public comments support Cannabis rescheduling Image Cannabis NewsJune 6, 2024 More than 7,000 comments were received in the first week - and the public comment period remains open until July 22. If the public comments are any indication, the Drug Enforcement Administration’s proposal to reschedule cannabis is well on its way to approval. The
Cannabis tax reform bill awaits approval in closing hours of NY session Image Cannabis NewsJune 6, 2024 Relief Nears for New York Cannabis Farmers as Electronic Tax Filing Bill Awaits Senate Vote. As the New York State legislature gets set to close the books on its 2023-2024 session, relief for the licensed cannabis farmers is just a Senate vote aw
James Comer’s Failed Hemp Deal and GOP’s Cannabis Politics Image Cannabis NewsJune 6, 2024 GOP Rep James Comer Imported Chinese Hemp Tested as Cannabis, The Daily Beast Reveals. GOP Representative James Comer imported Chinese hemp that was tested as cannabis, The Daily Beast uncovered. The GOP has undermined the legal cannabis industry while giving
Mother charged with felony child neglect after taking Medical Marijuana while pregnant Image Cannabis NewsJune 6, 2024 Comanche County Woman Charged with Felony Child Neglect for Using Medical Marijuana During Pregnancy. A Comanche County woman is being charged with felony child neglect after taking medical marijuana edibles during her pregnancy. T
