The U.S. market for delta-8 THC and other hemp-derived cannabinoids is at risk of a federal ban following the approval of a new amendment by House lawmakers. According to The Hill, this amendment is part of the federal Farm Bill and aims to restrict intoxicating hemp products. The amendment, proposed by Illinois Republican Rep. Mary […]
California advocates for the legalization of psychedelics are exploring a potential state ballot measure for 2026 that would legalize the use of substances like psilocybin and MDMA, according to a report by KQED. This consideration comes after recent legislative efforts to legalize psychedelic treatment centers, spearheaded by State Senator Scott Weiner (D), failed to pass.
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In a recent hearing before the House Education and the Workforce Committee, Republican Congresswoman Lori Chavez-DeRemer of Oregon expressed her support for the federal rescheduling of marijuana while urging caution against broader drug decriminalization efforts. Chavez-DeRemer commended the decision to move cannabis from Schedule I to Schedule III of the Controlled Substances Act (CSA) as
Nebraska activists are celebrating a significant milestone in their efforts to legalize medical marijuana, announcing that they have met a crucial signature gathering requirement to qualify a pair of legalization initiatives for the state’s November ballot. In an email sent to supporters, Nebraskans for Medical Marijuana (NMM) declared that they have successfully collected valid petitions
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As congressional lawmakers gear up for discussions on the forthcoming Farm Bill, a diverse array of stakeholders—from hemp businesses and marijuana companies to state regulators and prohibitionists—are advocating for their respective cannabis priorities, reports indicate. One point of contention revolves around proposed restrictions on intoxicating hemp-derived cannabinoids like delta-8 THC, which has sparked disagreement among
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A group of four individuals cultivating cannabis in Minnesota has filed a lawsuit against state cannabis regulators, asserting their right to sell their homegrown products without obtaining a license, according to MinnPost. The plaintiffs reference Article 13, Section 7 of the Minnesota Constitution, which stipulates that individuals may sell or peddle products cultivated on their
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Federal Customs and Border Patrol (CBP) agents are reportedly seizing legal cannabis products in New Mexico during shipments from the southern to northern parts of the state, according to KFOX14/CBS4. The seizures, occurring for months, are deemed legal under federal law by CBP, despite cannabis being legalized in some U.S. states and Canada. CBP stated,
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Ohio’s journey towards launching its adult-use cannabis market received a significant boost this week as lawmakers advanced proposed regulations in the Joint Committee on Agency Rule Review, according to a report by the Associated Press. Following last year’s voter-approved cannabis legalization proposal, which came into effect in December, adults aged 21 and older were granted
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Prepare for an unparalleled journey into the heart of the cannabis revolution as NECANN proudly presents the 5th Annual New Jersey Cannabis Convention, set to take place on September 6-7, 2024, at the esteemed Atlantic City Convention Center. This monumental event is poised to redefine the cannabis landscape in New Jersey and beyond, offering an
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Are you ready for an extraordinary journey into the dynamic world of cannabis and hemp? Look no further than NECANN’s Vermont Cannabis & Hemp Convention, the premier event dedicated exclusively to the vibrant Vermont market. From June 14th to 15th, 2024, join us at the Champlain Valley Expo in Burlington for an unforgettable experience that
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