Connecticut’s cannabis flower prices have hit an all-time low this year, dropping to $10.86 per gram, according to the latest data from the Department of Consumer Protection (DCP). While this isn’t the lowest price seen since the launch of adult-use sales in the state, it marks a notable decrease following a period of price fluctuations […]
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In a letter addressed to New York Governor Kathy Hochul (D), 18 organizations expressed growing concerns over the administration’s shift away from the social equity promises made in the state’s adult-use cannabis law. The coalition, consisting of civil rights groups, small business advocates, cannabis equity leaders, and drug policy organizations, called for stronger leadership at
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A federal appeals court has upheld Mississippi’s ban on advertising medical products, affirming that the restriction does not violate the First Amendment. The ruling, issued by the 5th Circuit Court of Appeals, references the Schedule I status of the product under the Controlled Substances Act (CSA) and rejected arguments that it is “effectively legal” federally.
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The U.S. Senate is proposing significant changes to how intoxicating hemp-derived products, such as delta-8 THC and THCA, are regulated. Led by Senator Debbie Stabenow, the legislation aims to redefine hemp by capping total THC at 0.3%, encompassing all psychoactive THC variants. This bipartisan effort seeks to address regulatory gaps left by the 2018 Farm
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced a one-year delay in enforcing a rule requiring hemp products sold in the United States to be tested by labs registered with the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA). This marks the third consecutive year the USDA has postponed the enforcement of the regulation, which was initially set to
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New Mexico lawmakers recently discussed a proposal to create a new “Compliance Bureau” within the state’s Regulation and Licensing Department (RLD), aimed at tackling illicit cannabis operations and improving enforcement. According to the Santa Fe New Mexican, the proposal seeks to empower the Cannabis Control Division (CCD) with additional law enforcement capabilities to investigate operators
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The Massachusetts Cannabis Control Commission (CCC) has issued new health and safety guidelines for the cannabis industry, designating “ground cannabis dust” as a hazardous material. This new regulation comes nearly three years after the tragic death of 27-year-old Lorna McMurrey, a cannabis worker who died from an asthma attack while working at a Trulieve cannabis
New York regulators anticipate $800 million in revenue from state-licensed dispensaries by the end of 2024, according to a report by CNY Central. While the figure marks significant growth from last year, it remains far below the $5 billion forecasted when adult-use sales were legalized. The state currently generates over $24 million weekly from adult-use
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Pueblo, Colorado-based Bee’s Knees CBDs and its owner, Joseph Leyba, have agreed to pay a $225,000 settlement following an investigation by the Colorado Attorney General’s office. The investigation revealed that the company misrepresented product sources, falsely labeled some items as “organic,” claimed unverified partnerships with nonprofit organizations, and failed to verify customers’ ages. The penalties
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In just under three months since the launch of adult-use cannabis sales, Ohio has seen significant revenue growth, with total sales surpassing $131.8 million, according to the Ohio Department of Commerce Division of Cannabis Control (DCC). The state reported about $55 million in sales over the past month alone, a testament to the rapid expansion
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