Three months into a major marijuana tax hike in California, a new law putting a pause on the increase has officially taken effect. Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) signed the tax relief legislation from Assemblymember Matt Haney (D) late last month. Now, as of Wednesday, consumers will not be paying theContinue Reading
“Our industry is not their piggy bank. Our wallets are not their budget overruns.” By Ben Solis, Michigan Advance The proposed new wholesale tax on marijuana products to fund road repairs in the next state budget and years down the road is much too high and would result in jobContinue Reading
“The integrity of a lawful election is being stolen by self-righteous politicians who beat their chests, trumpeting election integrity while quietly using you as a commission to undermine it.” By Zach Wendling, Nebraska Examiner Supporters have questioned for months whether the voter-authorized Nebraska Medical Cannabis Commission would meet its OctoberContinue Reading
Massachusetts lawmakers have approved a bill to establish a pilot program for the regulated therapeutic use of psychedelics. And two committees have separately held hearings to discuss additional psilocybin-related measures. Less than two weeks after advancing out of the legislature’s Joint Committee on Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery Hearing,Continue Reading
A new study has found that an experimental cannabis-based drug may provide meaningful relief for patients suffering from chronic back pain. The clinical trial, which involved 800 patients, is adding weight to the growing body of research highlighting the therapeutic potential of cannabis for pain management. Read More:Continue Reading
Of all the sectors benefiting from political momentum, cannabis stocks may not have been the first to come to mind. Yet, much like the cryptocurrency and semiconductor markets, cannabis stocks are suddenly seeing a surge after an unexpected boost from former President Donald Trump. Read More: Why CannabisContinue Reading
The Virginia Cannabis Control Authority (CCA) is taking major steps to improve oversight of the state’s medical cannabis program. With the recent implementation of a seed-to-sale tracking system powered by Metrc, the CCA now has real-time visibility into cannabis production, sales, and patient demand. For regulators, this is a milestoneContinue Reading
The Nebraska cannabis commission is facing serious challenges after two commissioners resigned at the request of Governor Jim Pillen. The resignations come at a critical time, as the cannabis commission was required by statute to begin issuing registrations to cultivators, manufacturers, transporters, and dispensaries. With the deadline missed, stakeholders acrossContinue Reading
Michigan is at the center of a heated debate as lawmakers consider a new 24% tax on wholesale marijuana. If approved, Michigan would have the second-highest cannabis tax rate in the nation, behind only Washington. Advocates, business owners, and cannabis workers gathered at the State Capitol to express their concerns,Continue Reading
Marshawn Lynch, the legendary NFL running back known as “Beast Mode,” is once again making headlines, but this time it’s not for breaking tackles. Marshawn Lynch is officially entering the cannabis business with the launch of his own weed brand, proving that his entrepreneurial spirit matches the intensity he onceContinue Reading
