PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — In the week leading up to Oregon Gov. Kate Brown’s “stay home” order to respond to the novel coronavirus pandemic, Oregonians were busy stocking up on groceries and essentials — and apparently setting a new record for cannabis sales in March. The Oregon Liquor Control Commission, which also oversees the state’s legal cannabis industry, announced on … [Read more...] about Oregon cannabis sales for March set record amid coronavirus response
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Is NY Cannabis Legalization up in smoke for 2020?
Legalizing the recreational use of cannabis is “not likely” to be part of New York’s next budget, Governor Andrew Cuomo said Tuesday, a day before the spending plan was due. Advocates for legalization had high hopes that the Cannabis Regulation and Taxation Act (CRTA) proposed as part of the budget would happen before the close of the fiscal year on March 31. But the … [Read more...] about Is NY Cannabis Legalization up in smoke for 2020?
Marijuana dispensaries to make free hand sanitizer for hospitals
PITTSFIELD, Mass. (NEWS10) — A As the pandemic continues, products like hand sanitizer are flying off the shelves. To fill that void, dispensaries like Theory Wellness and Berkshire Roots plan to produce hand-sanitizer for hospitals in need. It’s a part of a partnership with the Commonwealth Dispensary Association and the Massachusetts Health … [Read more...] about Marijuana dispensaries to make free hand sanitizer for hospitals
Marijuana sales up 50% in New York City amid coronavirus pandemic, dealer says
Marijuana sales up 50% in New York City amid coronavirus pandemic, dealer says The city has gone to pot. Marijuana, that is. Since the coronavirus hit, sales of marijuana have gone through the roof in both the United States and Canada. Between March 16 and 22, sales of recreational cannabis rose by 50 percent across states including California, Colorado and Oregon, … [Read more...] about Marijuana sales up 50% in New York City amid coronavirus pandemic, dealer says
Roman Catholic bishops weigh in on marijuana legalization
This just proves why advocates for legalization can't stop fighting! Even religious leaders won't stop misleading people about cannabis in this time of concern. One would think they would have something better to do. It's shameful!- Dabbin' Dad ALBANY —New York's Roman Catholic bishops are stepping up their effort to derail a marijuana legalization measure, warning … [Read more...] about Roman Catholic bishops weigh in on marijuana legalization
Medical Access Deemed Essential in CT
Governor Ned Lamont deemed Medical Cannabis Dispensaries and Producers are essential during the COVID-19 Pandemic. Tonight we start the Stay Safe, Stay Home initiative. Please take social distancing seriously. While some people might not be at risk today, things are bound to change as the medical industry learns more. Be smart, be safe. No one should want to be sick. … [Read more...] about Medical Access Deemed Essential in CT
California passes $1 billion in cannabis tax
California has raised $1 billion in cannabis tax revenue since the industry kicked into gear in January 2018, according to figures recently released by the state. The bulk of that $1.03 billion in tax money, after covering regulatory costs, has been spent on programs such as child care for low-income families, cannabis research, public safety grants and cleaning up public … [Read more...] about California passes $1 billion in cannabis tax
South Dakota tribe to vote on legalizing marijuana
Members of the Oglala Sioux Tribe will vote this week on legalizing medical and recreational marijuana on South Dakota's Pine Ridge Reservation in an initiative that many hope will bring economic development to one of the most impoverished areas in the country. Neither South Dakota nor nearby Wyoming and Nebraska have legalized marijuana, and tribal leaders think pot could … [Read more...] about South Dakota tribe to vote on legalizing marijuana
Recreational marijuana sales total nearly $32M in first 3 months
Recreational marijuana sales in Michigan have totaled nearly $32 million in the first three months. The sales have resulted in more than $5 million in tax for the state, including nearly $3.2 million in excise tax and $2.1 million in sales tax. As of March 2, the total for adult-use sales was $31,971,862. That resulted in $3,197,186 in excise tax and $2,110,143 in sales … [Read more...] about Recreational marijuana sales total nearly $32M in first 3 months
Algorithm Targets Marijuana Convictions Eligible To Be Cleared
NPR's Lulu Garcia-Navarro speaks with program director Alia Toran-Burrell of Code for America about clearing the records of thousands of people's marijuana convictions in California. The nonprofit Code for America is using computer algorithms to help California prosecutors comply with clearing criminal records of certain marijuana convictions. When California … [Read more...] about Algorithm Targets Marijuana Convictions Eligible To Be Cleared
