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Indiana Lawmakers Advocate for Marijuana Legalization A Bipartisan Push for Reform

Indiana Lawmakers Advocate for Marijuana Legalization A Bipartisan Push for Reform

Indiana Statehouse representatives Sue Errington (D) and Jim Lucas (R) may come from opposite ends of the political spectrum, but they agree on one major issue: legalizing marijuana in Indiana. Despite their differing stances on many topics, both see the potential benefits of marijuana legalization, including significant tax revenue for the state and relief for […]

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Cannabis as a Sleep Aid Surpasses Prescription Aids in New Survey

Cannabis as a Sleep Aid Surpasses Prescription Aids in New Survey

A recent industry-backed survey reveals that 16% of U.S. adults use cannabis to aid sleep, making it a more popular choice than prescription sleep aids (12%) and alcohol (11%). However, it remains less common than supplements (26%) and over-the-counter (OTC) sleep aids (19%). Conducted by The Harris Poll for Green Thumb Industries, the survey highlights

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Arkansas Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders Plans to Use Medical Cannabis Tax Revenue for Free School Meals

Arkansas Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders Plans to Use Medical Cannabis Tax Revenue for Free School Meals

In her recent State of the State address, Arkansas Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders (R) unveiled a new proposal to use tax revenue generated from medical cannabis sales to fund free meal programs for students across the state. Sanders announced that the funds would help provide both breakfast and lunch for students, making these programs financially

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Toronto Ceases Crackdown on Illegal Cannabis Shops Over Budget and Safety Issues

Toronto Ceases Crackdown on Illegal Cannabis Shops Over Budget and Safety Issues

Toronto, Ontario, will halt its efforts to shut down illegal cannabis dispensaries in the city, citing budgetary concerns and the safety risks posed to municipal enforcement officers. Carleton Grant, Toronto’s executive director of municipal licensing and standards, explained during a council budget committee meeting that law enforcement agencies, not the city, should be responsible for

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Missouri Proposes New Regulations to Combat Predatory Practices in Cannabis Microbusiness Licensing

Missouri Proposes New Regulations to Combat Predatory Practices in Cannabis Microbusiness Licensing

The Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services’ Division of Cannabis Enforcement has proposed new regulations for the state’s cannabis microbusiness sector aimed at addressing concerns of predatory middleman practices. Under the proposed rules, the designated contact for all cannabis microbusiness licenses would be required to be an owner or partial owner of the company,

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Kentucky Democrats Seek Adult-Use Cannabis Reform with 2026 Ballot Initiative

Kentucky Democrats Seek Adult-Use Cannabis Reform with 2026 Ballot Initiative

Kentucky’s ongoing debate on cannabis legalization took a significant step forward as state Democrats in the House and Senate introduced two proposals—Senate Bill 36 and House Bill 105. These bills aim to place the question of adult-use cannabis legalization directly in the hands of voters during the 2026 general election. The proposals are the latest

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Ukraine Registers First Medical Cannabis Product, Marking Major Milestone in Access to Treatment

Ukraine Registers First Medical Cannabis Product, Marking Major Milestone in Access to Treatment

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

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Florida Bill Seeks to Protect Parental Rights for Medical Marijuana Patients

Florida Bill Seeks to Protect Parental Rights for Medical Marijuana Patients

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 Bill Proposes Expanded Opportunities for Cannabis Consumption Lounges

New York Bill Proposes Expanded Opportunities for Cannabis Consumption Lounges

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 Protects Medical Cannabis Caregivers Amid Expiring Laws

Hawaii Governor Protects Medical Cannabis Caregivers Amid Expiring Laws

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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