The Portland Press Herald reported that Maine’s cannabis regulators are preparing to implement more user-friendly rules. Gabi Pierce, policy director at the Maine Office of Cannabis Policy, unveiled the state’s plans to streamline and modernize its existing regulations. This overhaul aims to enhance formatting, organization, and language to create a more accessible framework for both […]
Kansas, once seen as a thriving hub for hemp cultivation, has witnessed significant shifts in its hemp farming landscape. As recently as 2019, more than 200 farmers in the state were licensed to cultivate hemp. However, fast forward to this year, and that number has dwindled to a mere 41, according to a report by
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New Hampshire has taken a significant step forward in its pursuit of cannabis legalization by establishing a commission tasked with exploring the potential for a state-run cannabis market. The commission, comprising 17 members with varying views on cannabis policy, aims to draft legislation for the regulated sale of marijuana through state-run stores. This milestone comes
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The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has officially recommended reclassifying cannabis from its current Schedule I status to Schedule III under the federal Controlled Substances Act (CSA). This historic recommendation comes nearly a year after President Joe Biden tasked his Secretary of Health and Human Services and U.S. Attorney General with reviewing
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The journey towards cannabis licensing in New York has taken yet another unexpected turn, as a New York Supreme Court Judge reversed his previous decision and reimposed an injunction. This legal maneuver has halted the progress of 30 cannabis businesses that were previously set to move forward with their opening plans. The decision to reinstate
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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
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In a groundbreaking development for Michigan’s cannabis industry, workers at Ascend Cannabis Provisions in Grand Rapids have achieved a significant milestone by voting to join the Teamsters Local 406. This marks the second collective bargaining agreement in the Michigan cannabis sector that the Teamsters have successfully ratified, and notably, it’s the first in the western
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In recent developments within the Alabama Medical Cannabis Commission (AMCC), the licensing process has encountered significant hurdles, resulting in an administrative stay. The AMCC’s journey to award licenses for medical cannabis operations has faced multiple setbacks, drawing attention and raising questions about the process. A Series of Licensing Challenges The licensing process, aimed at granting
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In the past two years, Oklahoma’s fight against illicit cannabis farms has intensified. The Oklahoma Bureau of Narcotics (OBN) has taken decisive action, closing down more than 800 unlawful cannabis operations operating under the guise of the state’s medical cannabis law. This crackdown has not only resulted in over 200 arrests but has also led
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In recent news, a Missouri-based medical cannabis company, Delta Extraction, LLC, found itself in a challenging situation as it lost its bid to halt a significant product recall. Last month, the company faced the recall of nearly 63,000 cannabis products, a decision made by the Missouri Division of Cannabis Regulation (DCR). The recall was initiated
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