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Congress Urges President Biden to Address Mass Incarceration with Clemency

Cannabis News, Cannabis In Politics / By kushmediagroup

In a powerful letter dated November 20, sixty-six members of Congress urged President Joe Biden to use his clemency powers during the final months of his presidency to tackle systemic injustices and reduce mass incarceration in the United States. The letter highlights the staggering statistic that nearly 2 million people are imprisoned in the U.S., […]

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Nebraska Judge Dismisses Charges Against Notary in Medical Legalization Case

Cannabis News, Cannabis In Politics / By kushmediagroup

A Nebraska judge dismissed all charges against Jacy C. Todd, a notary public accused of improperly notarizing petition signatures during the state’s medical legalization campaign. The dismissal, reported by the Nebraska Examiner, marks a pivotal moment in an ongoing legal battle over the voter-approved measures. Todd faced 24 counts of “official misconduct,” with prosecutors alleging

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Kentucky to Begin Medical Program Patient Certifications December 1

Cannabis News, Cannabis In Science & Health / By kushmediagroup

Kentucky is taking a significant step toward launching its medical program as patient certifications open on December 1, according to WLKY. During last week’s Team Kentucky update, Gov. Andy Beshear confirmed the launch of a webpage at kymedcan.ky.gov to connect patients with over 150 authorized healthcare providers. Certified patients can begin applying for medical ID

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USDA Delays Enforcement of Hemp Testing Rule for Third Year

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

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 Explore Creation of “Compliance Bureau” to Combat Illicit Market

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

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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Massachusetts Cannabis Control Commission Classifies Ground Cannabis Dust as Hazardous Material

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

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

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New York Projects $800M in Legal Dispensary Revenue, Far Below Initial $5B Estimate

Cannabis News, Cannabis Business / By kushmediagroup

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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Bee’s Knees CBDs Reaches $225K Settlement with Colorado Attorney General

Cannabis News, Cannabis Business / By kushmediagroup

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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Kentucky Voters Approve Medical Cannabis Measures in Over 100 Counties and Cities

Cannabis News, Cannabis In Politics / By kushmediagroup

In a remarkable show of support for medical cannabis, voters across Kentucky overwhelmingly approved local ordinances that will allow medical cannabis businesses to operate in their jurisdictions. With over 340,000 votes cast, all 106 local measures passed, including those in both conservative and liberal areas, signaling widespread backing for the industry. The outcome was especially

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Ohio Sees Over $131 Million in Adult-Use Cannabis Sales in Under Three Months

Cannabis News, Cannabis Business / By kushmediagroup

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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