Ukraine has officially registered its first medical cannabis product, with oral cannabis drops developed in Spain expected to be available in pharmacies early this year. The announcement was made by Deputy Prime Minister for European and Euro-Atlantic Integration Olha Stefanyshyna and the Patients of Ukraine Charitable Foundation on Wednesday. This development comes a year after […]
In a progressive move, Florida Senator Tina Scott Polsky (D) has introduced SB 146, a bill aimed at safeguarding parental rights for medical marijuana patients. The proposed legislation ensures that state courts cannot restrict custody, visitation, or parenting time solely based on a parent’s legal cannabis patient status. “A court may not deny or otherwise
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New York’s burgeoning cannabis industry is poised for another significant development with the introduction of a bill by Assemblymember John Zaccaro (D). The proposed legislation seeks to enhance the functionality of cannabis consumption lounges by allowing them to sell non-infused food, non-alcoholic beverages, and host live performances such as concerts. This amendment to the state’s
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Hawaii Governor Josh Green has signed an executive order to protect the state’s medical cannabis caregivers from excessive enforcement as portions of the state’s medical cannabis law expired on December 31, 2024. The order ensures continued access to medical cannabis for patients and shields caregivers who cultivate cannabis for their patients, prioritizing the well-being of
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Researchers in Toronto are delving deeper into how cannabis enhances users’ musical experiences with a new study set to run through early 2025. Building on their 2023 findings that marijuana boosts enjoyment of music, the team has partnered with Club Lit, a downtown cannabis consumption lounge, to survey consumers in a real-world setting. The goal
New legislation introduced in Florida seeks to protect public workers who use medical marijuana legally, preventing them from facing discrimination in government employment. The bill, HB 83, was introduced on Friday by Rep. Mitch Rosenwald (D) and would make it illegal for public employers to take actions such as firing, refusing to hire, or demoting
On January 1, 2025, Kentucky officially launched its highly anticipated medical cannabis program, marking a significant milestone for the state. The program, which allows state-registered patients to access cannabis medicine, has been years in the making and is the product of diligent planning by the Office of Cannabis Medicine (OCM). As part of the preparatory
Health officials in France have announced an extension of the country’s experimental medical cannabis program until July 31, 2025. Originally set to expire on December 31, 2024, the program, which began in March 2021, has been extended in order to further study the effects of medical cannabis on patients suffering from chronic diseases. The initial
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Montgomery County, Maryland, is facing difficulties in recruiting law enforcement officers due to overly strict hiring regulations regarding past cannabis use, as reported by FOX5DC. County Executive Marc Elrich recently highlighted the challenges, noting that while the county has seen a 7% decrease in overall crime in 2024, there are still significant concerns about police
New York’s adult-use cannabis industry has officially surpassed $1 billion in sales since the program’s launch in 2022, according to the latest report from the Office of Cannabis Management (OCM). This significant milestone underscores the state’s dedication to creating a thriving, equitable market while meeting consumer demand. The state has issued or provisionally approved more
