Cannabis Legalization

Alaska’s burgeoning hemp industry is taking on the state’s recently implemented Department of Natural Resources (DNR) regulations. These rules, in effect since last week, impose restrictions on intoxicating hemp products, particularly those containing delta-9 THC. Hemp growers and manufacturers have filed a lawsuit against the regulation, saying that the rules, which do not allow products […]

Switzerland has created history with the approval of its first legal cannabis dispensary, marking a momentous step forward for the continent. The dispensary, established as part of the “Grashaus Projects,” is a collaborative effort between the Sanity Group and the Swiss Institute for Addiction and Health Research (ISGF). This pioneering initiative has received final approval

A recent survey conducted by Fort Hays State University, known as the “Kansas Speaks” survey, has revealed strong public support for cannabis legalization in Kansas. The survey indicates that nearly 70% of Kansans are in favor of legalizing adult-use cannabis, while only 16.9% oppose it. One of the most striking findings from the survey is

Multistate cannabis company Trulieve has contributed another $500,000 to Smart & Safe Florida, the campaign leading the charge to legalize cannabis for adult use in the state. This contribution brings Trulieve’s total donation to the effort to a staggering $39.55 million, making them the primary financial supporter of the campaign. Trulieve’s contribution to Smart &

The federal Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) has sent a letter outlining safety concerns to the Division of Arkansas Crime Information Operations Director, Rick Stallings. The concerns revolve around the state agency’s decision to permit medical cannabis patients to receive concealed handgun carry licenses (CHCL). In the letter, Marianna Mitchem, Chief of

Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost has issued a legal analysis of the proposed cannabis legalization ballot initiative set for November 7, aiming to provide clarity for Ohioans. In the analysis, Yost refrained from taking a position on the initiative but emphasized that it might not entirely eliminate the cannabis black market. The proposed program would

New Jersey’s Cannabis Regulatory Commission has approved a significant expansion of the state’s edibles market, overturning a previous ban on popular THC-infused products like baked goods. The ban had restricted non-smokable cannabis products to items such as syrups, pills, tablets, capsules, and chewables. However, with the recent decision, a broader range of ingestible cannabis goods

In Wyoming, a draft bill has been proposed that could potentially ban hemp-derived THC products and any other hemp items intended for human consumption. The bill is part of an ongoing effort to address concerns about the safety and regulation of such products in the state. Under this proposed legislation, all hemp products containing any

According to the San Francisco Standard, activists in California are working to include a question about the legalization of psychedelic mushrooms on the ballots in 2024. Ryan Munevar, campaign director for Decriminalize California, revealed that the group initially aimed for the legalization of all psychedelics. However, they encountered a significant hurdle: a lack of public

In a significant move toward cannabis reform, The Bahamas has unveiled legislation aimed at legalizing cannabis for both medical and religious purposes while decriminalizing the possession of small quantities. This progressive step represents a notable shift in the country’s approach to cannabis. Under the proposed legislation, individuals found in possession of less than one ounce