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DOT clarifies Marijuana testing requirements should remain intact regardless of reclassification Image Cannabis NewsJuly 2, 2024 Transportation Industry to Continue Marijuana Testing Despite DOJ Rescheduling Proposal, Confirms Secretary Buttigieg. During a recent House Committee on Transportation & Infrastructure hearing, U.S. Department of Transpo

Central New York Cannabis workers unionize Image Cannabis NewsJuly 2, 2024 A new union has been formed in Central New York. Employees at Central Processors New York are now part of Local 338 RWDSU/UFCW. Twenty employees from the facility are represented by this union and they say they are the first adult use cannabis cultivation and processing faci

Cannabis Industry Faces Legal and Financial Challenges Image Cannabis NewsJuly 2, 2024 Anthony Coniglio and Dan Ahrens Discuss Cannabis Industry’s Path Forward on “Trade to Black” Podcast. Anthony Coniglio sees lawsuit dismissal as a path to higher courts. Anthony Coniglio stresses the need for clear IRS rules in the cannabis sector. Dan Ahrens hig

Trulieve to Open Medical Cannabis Dispensary in Homosassa, Florida Image Cannabis NewsJuly 2, 2024 Trulieve Celebrates Grand Opening of Homosassa Dispensary with Specials, Discounts, and Patient Education Sessions. Trulieve, a leading and top-performing cannabis company in the U.S., today announced the opening of a new medical cannabis dispensary i

Republicans use Cannabis smell complaints as ‘excuse’ to oppose legalization, advocates say Image Cannabis NewsJuly 2, 2024 Norml argues lawmakers exaggerate scent complaints to support policies banning public use of marijuana. Some Republican lawmakers, including Florida governor Ron DeSantis, say that the now-public consumption of marijuana is a

Rescheduling could be at risk after Supreme Court decision Image Cannabis NewsJuly 2, 2024 Panic is setting in over fears rescheduling may not happen after the Supreme Court overturned the Chevron ruling. Last week, the U.S. Supreme Court threw out the 40-year-old case against Chevron, a move that was celebrated by many in the cannabis industry who

Mexico Regulators Authorize The Cultivation Of Low-THC Hemp Image Cannabis NewsJune 28, 2024 Mexico Authorizes Low-THC Hemp Cultivation, Marks Major Milestone for Legal Cannabis Industry. Mexico’s Federal Commission for the Protection against Sanitary Risks (COFEPRIS) has reportedly authorized the cultivation of low-THC hemp plants (less than 1% TH

Cannabis industry fights for Florida Image Cannabis NewsJune 28, 2024 How the battle for recreational marijuana is gaining steam in the Sunshine State. The battle for recreational marijuana is gaining steam in the Sunshine State. The battle to legalize the medical use of cannabis in Florida was a contentious one. Yet, nearly eight years later, the

Ohio approves first dual-use licenses for Recreational Marijuana sales, with 8 locations in Northeast Ohio Image Cannabis NewsJune 28, 2024 Recreational marijuana dispensaries are slated to be in Akron, Canton, and the Sandusky area, among other locations. Sandusky area, among other locations. Ohio's Division of Cannabis Control has approved the fi

Facing limits, Cannabis shops seek growth in music studios and events Image Cannabis NewsJune 28, 2024 The proprietors of Capital Region recreational marijuana stores are working to carve out their niches. Stage One Dispensary budtender JaySon DeShields, left, is seen with owner Josh Mirsky and budtender Scott Labreche, right, in the shop on June 1

Ascend Wellness Expands Amid Ohio Cannabis Market Growth Image Cannabis NewsJune 28, 2024 Ascend Wellness Poised for Major Expansion in Ohio and Beyond. Ascend Wellness’s strategic placement of its dispensaries across Ohio is a critical component of its market leadership strategy. “We expect to be over 50 dispensaries by the end of next year,” John

Fast action sought in Pennsylvania on 220-page Marijuana bill Image Cannabis NewsJune 28, 2024 Pennsylvania Lawmakers Push for Adult-Use Marijuana Legalization. Arguing for their adult-use legalization bill, Reps. Aaron Kaufer, R-Luzerne, and Emily Kinkead, D-Bellevue, show neighboring states that have already legalized and suggest doing so would b

Kentucky to open applications for the state's Medical Marijuana business Image Cannabis NewsJune 28, 2024 Kentucky's Medical Cannabis Program Accelerates Access Timeline. Kentucky’s medical cannabis program has taken significant steps toward ensuring those with qualifying conditions have access to medical cannabis as soon as possible, said Gov. And

Key Marijuana legislation fails to pass in marathon Statehouse session Image Cannabis NewsJune 28, 2024 Ohio Lawmakers Fail to Advance Adult-Use Marijuana Legislation Before Summer Break. Ohio lawmakers spent 12 hours advancing legislation on Wednesday, in their last session before breaking for the summer. Adult-use marijuana related policy, which

Davey defends support for legalising Cannabis and smoking ban Image Cannabis NewsJune 28, 2024 Liberal Democrat leader Sir Ed Davey has insisted his support for legalising cannabis is not "inconsistent" with backing a phased smoking ban. The government's Tobacco and Vapes Bill, which would have made selling tobacco to anyone born after 1 January 20

Biden Campaign Promotes Cannabis Reform Achievements with New Ads Image Cannabis NewsJune 28, 2024 Biden Highlights Marijuana Pardons and Rescheduling in New Campaign Ads. What happened: The Biden campaign released new ads promoting pardons and the rescheduling of marijuana, stating it is not as dangerous as previously thought. History: President B