Cannabis Legalization

Vermont’s Cannabis Control Board has temporarily paused the acceptance of new retail and tier two cultivation license applications, WCAX reports. The decision, aimed at addressing the growing issue of retail saturation, comes as the state’s cannabis market faces numerous challenges. Board Chair James Pepper highlighted several issues plaguing the industry, including the inability to secure

Ukraine’s medical cannabis legalization policy officially took effect on August 16, as the country continues to defend itself against the ongoing aggression from neighboring Russia. This significant policy change grants military veterans suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and cancer patients access to medical cannabis products, provided they have a prescription from a doctor. The

Two prominent North Dakota medical cannabis companies have significantly funded the New Economic Frontier campaign, which aims to legalize cannabis in the state. According to the North Dakota Monitor, Pure Dakota Health, with three medical cannabis dispensaries in the state, has contributed approximately $247,000 in both cash and in-kind donations. GR Holding OH-ND LLC, affiliated

Massachusetts for Mental Health Options (MMHO) has successfully submitted an additional 14,000 signatures to qualify a psychedelics legalization initiative for the state’s November ballot. This follows a prior submission that prompted legislators to review the proposal, ultimately deciding against advancing it. Emily Oneschuk, MMHO’s grassroots outreach director, expressed gratitude for the overwhelming support from Massachusetts

Sixty-five percent of New Hampshire residents either “strongly” or “somewhat” support adult-use cannabis legalization, according to the University of New Hampshire Granite State Poll released on June 20. Another 19% of residents either “strongly” or “somewhat” opposed the reforms, with 15% unsure. Last month, the state Senate passed a legalization bill designed to gain the

Negotiators in New Hampshire’s House and Senate have reportedly reached a compromise on a cannabis legalization bill, according to the New Hampshire Bulletin. Lawmakers have until Thursday to reach a deal before the end of the legislative session. Last month, the state Senate approved a bill that would allow adult-use sales through state-run shops –

The Tribal Council for the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI), based in North Carolina, last week voted to legalize adult-use cannabis sales, Smoky Mountain News reports. The approval comes about nine months after EBCI members voted to pass the reforms. The Council also passed an amendment to allow enrolled tribe members with medical cannabis

In a recent poll conducted by FOX News and published on June 6, it was found that a significant majority of Florida voters are in favor of legalizing cannabis for adult recreational use. According to the poll, 66% of respondents indicated they would vote in favor of the proposed constitutional amendment in the upcoming November

South Dakota voters will have a third opportunity to weigh in on the legalization of adult-use cannabis, as Initiated Measure 29 is set to appear on the 2024 general election ballot on November 5. This follows a successful campaign that collected 22,558 valid signatures, surpassing the requirement by approximately 5,000 signatures, as confirmed by Secretary