As of April 2025, cannabis law reform continues to be a litmus test for political leadership across the United States—and governors are at the center of it all. With federal movement slow and often cautious, state leaders are increasingly driving change, or holding it back.A recent roundup of gubernatorial positions paints a patchwork picture. Out of 50 U.S. governors, a solid … [Read more...] about America’s Governors and the Green Wave: Where Cannabis Stands in April 2025
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Snoop Dogg-Backed VC Bets Big on Norwalk Cannabis Insurance Startup
In a surprising twist of weed-meets-Wall-Street, a Norwalk-based cannabis insurance company just scored big—and yes, Snoop Dogg is involved. Sort of.The startup, AlphaRoot, just landed major funding from Casa Verde Capital, the cannabis-focused VC firm co-founded by the Doggfather himself. The firm is known for sniffing out high-potential green ventures—and this time, it’s not … [Read more...] about Snoop Dogg-Backed VC Bets Big on Norwalk Cannabis Insurance Startup
CT Cannabis Entrepreneurs Say: Let Us Sell Sooner, Before It All Goes Up in Smoke
Connecticut’s cannabis industry was supposed to be the great green equalizer—a chance for small business owners, especially those from historically disadvantaged communities, to stake their claim in a billion-dollar market. But now, some of those very entrepreneurs are waving a red flag: if the state doesn’t let them sell their cannabis licenses sooner, their dream might go up … [Read more...] about CT Cannabis Entrepreneurs Say: Let Us Sell Sooner, Before It All Goes Up in Smoke
Fine Fettle Expands Again: West Hartford Gets a Taste of the Green
Mark your calendars and prep your grinders—Fine Fettle is opening its ninth cannabis dispensary in Connecticut, and this time it’s planting roots right in the heart of West Hartford. April 18 is the big day, just two ticks before the high holiday of 4/20. Coincidence? Not likely.Located at 924 Farmington Avenue, the new spot lands right where people actually go—walkable, … [Read more...] about Fine Fettle Expands Again: West Hartford Gets a Taste of the Green
Trump’s New Tariffs Put Pressure on U.S. Cannabis Industry, Fueling Price Hikes and Market Uncertainty
A sweeping new round of tariffs announced by President Donald Trump on Wednesday is set to rattle the U.S. cannabis market, with industry leaders warning of rising costs, supply chain disruptions, and an increased risk of consumers turning back to the illicit market.The tariffs target a broad range of imports from countries including China, Canada, Mexico, and the European … [Read more...] about Trump’s New Tariffs Put Pressure on U.S. Cannabis Industry, Fueling Price Hikes and Market Uncertainty
Oklahoma Bill Seeking to Lower Marijuana Aggravated Trafficking Threshold Passes House
Rep. Tom Gann's latest legislative move intends to tighten the screws on marijuana trafficking in Oklahoma. Introduced as House Bill 1163, the measure sailed through the House on Wednesday, marking a significant shift in how the state might handle marijuana-related offenses if it becomes law. According to a report by The Oklahoma House of Representatives, the bill proposes to … [Read more...] about Oklahoma Bill Seeking to Lower Marijuana Aggravated Trafficking Threshold Passes House
Amid industry pushback, Alabama lawmakers move forward on efforts to regulate cannabis products
MONTGOMERY, Ala. — Despite considerable opposition from a segment of the Alabama business community, several state lawmakers have pushed forward with efforts to impose strict regulations on psychoactive cannabinoid products such as delta-8 and THC-infused drinks, products derived from cannabis or hemp. “In 2023, the Alabama Poison Information Center investigated 235 cases … [Read more...] about Amid industry pushback, Alabama lawmakers move forward on efforts to regulate cannabis products
Youngkin’s Vetoes Take Another Hit on Cannabis Reform in Virginia
RICHMOND — Gov. Glenn Youngkin has once again thwarted a bipartisan effort to establish a regulated and taxed adult-use cannabis retail market in Virginia, vetoing a key proposal that would have created the framework for such a system. He also rejected measures designed to modify sentences for individuals convicted of marijuana-related offenses and protect legal cannabis users … [Read more...] about Youngkin’s Vetoes Take Another Hit on Cannabis Reform in Virginia
Lawmakers and state leaders react to ‘alarming’ report on impact of marijuana in Oklahoma
A new report is raising concerns about Oklahoma’s marijuana industry. The study focuses on a range of areas affected by the legalization of marijuana. A new report is raising concerns about Oklahoma’s marijuana industry. The study focuses on a range of areas affected by the legalization of medical marijuana. “This is one of those challenging moments where they say ‘Okay, … [Read more...] about Lawmakers and state leaders react to ‘alarming’ report on impact of marijuana in Oklahoma
Editorial: Recreational marijuana is not the answer to Pa.’s long-term budget woes
A worker pulls leaves from the flower of a cannabis plant at Greenlight Dispensary, Oct. 31, 2022, in Grandview, Mo. The Biden administration's push to reclassify marijuana as a less dangerous drug won a strong endorsement Wednesday, July 17, 2024, from Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear, who said “the jury is no longer out” on its medical uses as an alternative to opioids that ravaged … [Read more...] about Editorial: Recreational marijuana is not the answer to Pa.’s long-term budget woes
