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New York’s political leaders silent about state’s failure to raise cannabis funds Image Cannabis NewsFebruary 21, 2023 New York’s political leaders will not speak about the state’s failure to raise $150 million for the equity-focused portion of its legal marijuana market rollout, even though those same leaders were front and center in calling for a
Joint Oversight: Recreational Cannabis Bill Amendment would give Local Governments some say on Enforcement, Licensing Image Cannabis NewsFebruary 21, 2023 A change to the massive recreational marijuana bill in the Minnesota House was meant to soften objections by the state’s cities and counties. It hasn’t. At least not yet. The change would allow c
'Cannamoms' say using Marijuana makes them better parents Image Cannabis NewsFebruary 15, 2023 In 2016, Floridians voted on legalizing medical marijuana. The amendment passed, and while its legal for medicinal purposes, recreational marijuana remains illegal. At the time, a group of mothers known as "cannamoms" advocated for that legalization. Toda
Kansas lawmaker introduces Cannabis amnesty bill Image Cannabis NewsFebruary 14, 2023 A Kansas state lawmaker has introduced a cannabis amnesty bill that would effectively decriminalize marijuana in the state. A Kansas state lawmaker last week introduced a cannabis amnesty bill that would effectively decriminalize marijuana in the Sunflower State.
Vehicle smashes into Cannabis dispensary in robbery attempt Image Cannabis NewsFebruary 14, 2023 SANTA ROSA - Multiple law enforcement agencies joined forces on Monday to try to catch several suspects who had attempted to rob a cannabis dispensary in Santa Rosa, the Santa Rosa Police Department said. All of the suspects are still outstanding. SRPD
Nebraska parents testify in favor of ‘conservative’ Medical Marijuana bill Image Cannabis NewsFebruary 10, 2023 Medical cannabis supporters say they will put forward another petition drive — pushing for a statute like Colorado’s — if lawmakers don’t act. LINCOLN - Medical marijuana proponents in Nebraska told 6 News they are ready for yet another p
Middle schoolers treated after ingesting Cannabis edibles Image Cannabis NewsFebruary 10, 2023 The superintendent promises discipline for students who brought items to campus Four Carter Middle School students distributed cannabis edibles to several other students Monday causing school officials to call for emergency medical services, according to
Illinois announces launch of Cannabis disparity study Image Cannabis NewsFebruary 10, 2023 The Illinois cannabis office officially kicked off its study to examine discrimination in the cannabis industry. The Illinois Cannabis Regulation Oversight Office (CROO) announced on Feb. 7 that it launched its Cannabis Disparity and Availability Study, which
Washington lawmakers propose raising taxes on Weed Image Cannabis NewsFebruary 10, 2023 The bill would tax cannabis based on THC percentage in Washington state. Cannabis consumers in Washington state may soon be subject to a “dank tax.” Lawmakers there have introduced a bill that would tax marijuana products based on the percentage of THC. In other
Medical Marijuana patients on the job: What are the rights for employees and businesses? Image Cannabis NewsFebruary 9, 2023 News 8 On Your Side is investigating medical marijuana's potential impact on employment: from your rights if you have a medical marijuana card to what employers can legally do if a worker uses medical marijuana. Charles Whist
Recreational Marijuana sales now legal in Missouri Image Cannabis NewsFebruary 9, 2023 Last week, as a part of Amendment 3, which Missourians voted in favor of last November, the recreational sale of marijuana became legal in the state of Missouri. The amendment expunges criminal records of individuals arrested for possession of marijuana, prohibit
After strong first weekend, Missouri’s recreational Marijuana sellers are planning ahead Image Cannabis NewsFebruary 9, 2023 In the first weekend of recreational cannabis sales in the state, Missourians spent more than $12 million on both recreational and medical products. The strong sales were despite many operators being caught by surprise; the o
Science bears out the folly of rapid Marijuana legalization Image Cannabis NewsFebruary 7, 2023 Marijuana is not the harmless drug many of its advocates would have you believe, as we have pointed out. Fortunately, a growing number of lawmakers, including those who supported legalization in the past, are coming to the same conclusion based on the av
Dozens arrested in Weed Distribution ring with orders via FedEx and UPS Image Cannabis NewsFebruary 7, 2023 Multiple law enforcement agencies shut down an illegal cannabis distribution operation with orders available via FedEx, UPS, and other means of delivery. Authorities shut down an illegal distribution operation providing prompt delivery of wee
Opinion: The Marijuana business is doing just fine without national banking legislation Image Cannabis NewsFebruary 7, 2023 What the industry should be seeking, instead, is basic protections for youth. n a recent opinion piece published in The Sun, Mara Sheldon promotes the congressional Secure and Fair Enforcement Banking Act for the marijuana ind
Argentina launches new Hemp and Cannabis Agency Image Cannabis NewsFebruary 6, 2023 Argentina recently launched a new national agency that aims to expand the country's cannabis industry. Ministers hope that the move will help create new jobs and exports for the South American nation. In a conference launching the national hemp and cannabis agency,
