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GOP Senator Leads Bipartisan Effort To Seal Low-Level Marijuana Possession Records, Providing 'Second Chance' Image Cannabis NewsOctober 2, 2024 Republican Senator Rand Paul and Democrat colleague Senator Bob Casey introduced a cannabis-related measure. Republican Senator Rand Paul was busy last week. What Happened: In addition to introducing a mea

Pennsylvania Police Arrest 32 People A Day For Cannabis Possession - More Than Any Other State Image Cannabis NewsOctober 2, 2024 Pennsylvania police arrest an average of 32 people daily for cannabis possession, highlighting the need for reform. New data shows that over 12,000 people were arrested for cannabis possession in Pennsylvania in 2023, wi

UK Could Net Up To $12.6B Annually From Cannabis Legalization Image Cannabis NewsOctober 2, 2024 Cannabis legalization in the UK could generate $4.38 to $12.6 billion in annual tax revenue, according to a report by advocacy group CLEAR. The United Kingdom could generate between $4.38 billion and $12.6 billion annually in tax revenue by legalizing a

Cannabis Company TerrAscend Secures Second And Final $26M Loan, Reduces Debt In Michigan Image Cannabis NewsOctober 2, 2024 TerrAscend Corp. cannabis company announced that it has completed the second and final draw of $26 million as part of its $140 million senior secured term loan. The loan, managed by FocusGrowth Asset Management, LP, was initia

Slipping Weed Sales In Florida's Market: Is This $100M Bet Really Worth The Hype? Image Cannabis NewsOctober 2, 2024 Despite pouring millions into the push for adult-use cannabis legalization, Florida's cannabis market is showing signs of strain. According to a recent report from Beacon Securities, financial backing for the legalization campaign ha

House Democrats Urge DEA To Speed Up Cannabis Rescheduling Image Cannabis NewsOctober 2, 2024 House Democrats want the DEA to speed up cannabis rescheduling, aligning with President Biden's administration review. Top Democrats from influential House committees are urging the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) to expedite the process of reschedul

Pesticide-Free Food Tastes Better—Wait Until You Try Clean Cannabis This Autumn Image Cannabis NewsOctober 1, 2024 As consumers embrace pesticide-free food for its health and taste benefits, Autumn Brands is bringing similar clean practices to cannabis. The women-owned, family-operated company based in Santa Barbara California is setting new standa

Rhode Island Officials Consider Letting Marijuana Packages Have More Color Image Cannabis NewsOctober 1, 2024 Drive along the highway and you'll see plenty of big, attention-grabbing billboards with bright colors advertising Rhode Island's few licensed cannabis retailers. But go inside one of those stores and you'll be met with a sea of neutral col

How N.J. is working to reduce energy costs for cannabis industry Image Cannabis NewsOctober 1, 2024 The energy demands of indoor cannabis cultivation are substantial. Lighting, climate control and irrigation systems consuming large amounts of electricity are just the start. The manufacturing process can be energy-intensive, too, particularly when i

Can Small Cannabis Companies In Illinois Break Into The Medical Marijuana Market? Image Cannabis NewsOctober 1, 2024 Medical marijuana patients in Illinois can now purchase cannabis grown by small businesses as part of their allotment, according to Erin Johnson, the state’s Cannabis Regulation Oversight Officer. Illinois boasts the “most diverse ca

Amsterdam-Style Cannabis Cafes Coming To California With Celebrity Backing: Here's Who Pushed For The Bill Image Cannabis NewsOctober 1, 2024 Gov. Gavin Newsom signed a bill allowing cannabis lounges to sell food and host events, creating Amsterdam-style cafes in California. On Monday, Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) signed a bill allowing licensed cannabis

Kamala Harris: 'We Need to Legalize' Cannabis, VP Says For First Time As Presidential Candidate In 'All The Smoke' Podcast Image Cannabis NewsOctober 1, 2024 This is the first time Harris has publicly discussed her position on cannabis legalization since becoming Democratic presidential nominee. The basketball-focused podcast “ All the Smoke,” whic

Michigan Bill Could Legalize Psychedelic Mushrooms For PTSD Treatment Image Cannabis NewsOctober 1, 2024 A new Michigan bill seeks to legalize psychedelic mushrooms for PTSD treatment, allowing adults to possess up to two ounces. Michigan could soon become the latest state to allow the legal use of psychedelic mushrooms for individuals with post tr

Pharma Company Gets FDA Green Light For Next Phase Trial For Tourette Syndrome Image Cannabis NewsOctober 1, 2024 SciSparc receives FDA approval for a Phase IIb trial of a cannabinoid based treatment for Tourette Syndrome. SciSparc Ltd., a clinical-stage pharmaceutical company, announced that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved

US (MT): Montana workers vote to unionize Image Cannabis NewsSeptember 30, 2024 Workers at a marijuana dispensary in Butte Wednesday voted to form the first unionized cannabis workplace in Montana. Employees of Honey Sour dispensaries in Butte voted unanimously Wednesday to join the local outpost of the United Food and Commercial Workers union. UFC

Iowa Democrats Are Betting On Cannabis Reform And Abortion Rights To Boost Numbers In House Image Cannabis NewsSeptember 30, 2024 Iowa Democrats are prioritizing cannabis legalization in their 2025 legislative agenda, said House Minority Leader Jennifer Konfrst during a recent conference. Through this agenda, Democrats are aiming to rally voter sup