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Ohio Senate Passes Bill to Roll Back Key Parts of Voter-Approved Cannabis Law

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The Ohio Senate passed a bill aimed at overriding key provisions of the state’s voter-approved cannabis legalization law, The Columbus Dispatch reports. The measure, passed by Senate Republicans in a 23-9 party-line vote on Wednesday, introduces significant restrictions to the state’s existing cannabis framework. Key Changes in the Senate Bill If enacted, the bill would […]

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Alabama State University Launches Cannabis Education Certificate Programs

Cannabis News, Cannabis And Culture, Cannabis Business, Cannabis In Science & Health / By kushmediagroup

Alabama State University (ASU), a historically Black college and university (HBCU), has announced the launch of cannabis education certificate programs. These programs will cover topics such as Cannabis Healthcare and Medicine, Cannabis Agriculture and Horticulture, the Business of Cannabis, Cannabis Compliance and Risk Management, and Cannabis Product Development and Design. ASU becomes one of only

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California State Fair Expands Cannabis Offerings for 2025 with On-Site Sales & New Awards

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The California State Fair, set for July 11-27, 2025, is once again making history by fully embracing the state’s thriving cannabis industry. This year’s event will feature on-site sales and consumption, an expanded awards program, and an immersive educational exhibit highlighting the best in California’s cannabis market. A Growing Celebration of California’s Best For over

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Marc Fogel’s Release from Russian Prison Sparks U.S. Cannabis Policy Debate

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Marc Fogel, an American teacher imprisoned in Russia for possessing medical cannabis, was welcomed at the White House by President Donald Trump and prominent GOP leaders on Tuesday. While his release was celebrated as a diplomatic victory, the underlying issue of his conviction—a charge of possessing cannabis he lawfully obtained as a medical marijuana patient

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Michigan Governor Proposes Cannabis Tax Hike to Fund Infrastructure

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Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer (D) has unveiled a new proposal to include cannabis products in the state’s wholesale tax—currently applied to tobacco and other smoking products—as part of a broader plan to generate funding for infrastructure projects, the Detroit News reports. The initiative could raise an estimated $470 million to support road and bridge repairs

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American Teacher Marc Fogel Freed in Russia Deal

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Marc Fogel, the American teacher and former U.S. diplomat sentenced to 14 years in a Russian prison for cannabis possession, has been released in a deal negotiated by Steve Witkoff, the Middle East envoy for President Donald Trump. His release, reported by The New York Times, comes after more than three years of detention. Fogel

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New York Bill Proposes Expanded Opportunities for Cannabis Consumption Lounges

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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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Florida Legislation Aims to Protect Medical Marijuana Patients from Discrimination in Government Jobs

Cannabis News, Cannabis And Culture, Cannabis Legalization / By kushmediagroup

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

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Kentucky Launches Medical Cannabis Program, Patients Can Access Medicine Starting January 2025

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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

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Canada Misses Deadline for Pardoning Possession Records

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The Canadian government missed its legislated deadline to implement a program to pardon citizens with possession records, the CBC reports. The initiative, introduced by legislation in 2022—four years after legalization—was designed to remove the burden of past convictions by requiring all possession records to be sequestered. This process would ensure that such records no longer

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