Lawmakers in New Hampshire on Tuesday heard public testimony on a newly proposed amendment to a marijuana legalization bill that that would transform the measure into a state-controlled franchise model of commercial sales, a novel framework that has the support of Gov. Chris Sununu (R). The 38-page striking amendment from Rep. Dan McGuire (R) would replace the current text of … [Read more...] about New Hampshire Panel Hears Testimony On Amendment To Pivot Marijuana Bill To Governor-Backed Franchise Model
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2024 U.S. Cannabis Sales Projected To Exceed $31 Billion
Regulated marijuana sales in the United States are expected to exceed $31 billion this year, according to a recent economic forecast from a firm specializing in cannabis and hemp business consulting, data, and economic research. The projection from Portland, Oregon-based Whitney Economics estimates that legal sales of medical marijuana and adult-use cannabis will total $31.4 in … [Read more...] about 2024 U.S. Cannabis Sales Projected To Exceed $31 Billion
Nebraska Bill Aims To Increase Taxes on CBD, Hemp Products by 100%
A recent property tax relief bill in Nebraska is seeking to create new income opportunities for the state, including a variety of sales tax exemptions. This includes adding sales taxes for products like candy and soda, as well as services such as pet care and grooming, but most importantly, adding a 100% tax to CBD and hemp products. Legislative Bill 388 was recently passed by … [Read more...] about Nebraska Bill Aims To Increase Taxes on CBD, Hemp Products by 100%
Court Clarifies Employers’ Rights Under Connecticut’s Palliative Use of Marijuana Act, Guidance on Drug Testing
In a recent decision affirming summary judgment in favor of defendant Human Resources Agency of New Britain, Inc. (the “Agency”), the Connecticut Appellate Court provided employers with useful guidance about managing disabled employees who are also qualified medical marijuana users, and appropriately requiring reasonable suspicion drug testing.BackgroundIn early 2018, the … [Read more...] about Court Clarifies Employers’ Rights Under Connecticut’s Palliative Use of Marijuana Act, Guidance on Drug Testing
Germany Approves Cannabis Reform Plan: Possession Legal April 1
The German government last week adopted a bill to end the prohibition of cannabis for adults that will make possession and home cultivation of weed legal in Europe’s most populous nation as of April 1. The legislation, which also allows for the establishment of cannabis clubs, was given final approval on Friday in the Bundesrat, Germany’s legislative chamber representing the … [Read more...] about Germany Approves Cannabis Reform Plan: Possession Legal April 1
Clayton Co. police seize marijuana, ecstasy, mushrooms, guns, cash, and more in drug raid
CLAYTON COUNTY, Ga. — The Clayton County Police Department Narcotics Unit executed a search warrant at a home due to reports of illegal drug activity and seized a large amount of drugs, as well as cash, guns, and more. On Friday, March 15, detectives served the warrant at 5865 Seabright Lane. Police seized 399 grams of marijuana, 15.62 grams of MDMA (ecstasy), 58.91 grams of … [Read more...] about Clayton Co. police seize marijuana, ecstasy, mushrooms, guns, cash, and more in drug raid
Office of Cannabis Management reels under retaliation claims, Hochul’s call for review
ALBANY, N.Y. (WRGB) — The State Office of Cannabis Management is feeling the heat this week –from the governor calling for an overhaul of the state agency to a top officer placed on administrative leave following retaliation allegations. Earlier this week, Governor Kathy Hochul ordered a top-down review of the state’s adult-use cannabis program to smoke out the reasons behind … [Read more...] about Office of Cannabis Management reels under retaliation claims, Hochul’s call for review
Study Shows Colorado Marijuana Products Are Overstating THC Potency, With Researcher Citing Possible ‘Lab Fraud’
Cannabis flower sold in Colorado claims to contain much more tetrahydrocannabinol, or THC, than it actually does, according to my findings published in the peer-reviewed journal Plos One. THC is the psychoactive compound that is derived when cannabis flower—commonly referred to as “bud”—is heated through smoking or cooking. Why it matters Accurate THC … [Read more...] about Study Shows Colorado Marijuana Products Are Overstating THC Potency, With Researcher Citing Possible ‘Lab Fraud’
How the Chinese mafia came to control much of the illicit marijuana trade in the U.S.
This is FRESH AIR. I'm Terry Gross. When states started legalizing marijuana, one of the hopes was that it would cut down on crime because people could buy it legally from licensed sellers. But in some states, including Oklahoma, legalization inadvertently helped organized crime, especially the Chinese mafia, exploit new opportunities. Chinese organized crime has come to … [Read more...] about How the Chinese mafia came to control much of the illicit marijuana trade in the U.S.
Federal farm bill changes could impact CT’s plans for THC seltzers, hemp farms
The Connecticut attorney general has asked Congress to reconsider the law that made hemp legal, which advocates and state lawmakers say could upend both the legislature’s plans for THC seltzers and Connecticut’s hemp and CBD industry.A March 20 letter to federal legislators signed by state Attorney General William Tong along with 18 other attorneys general said the good … [Read more...] about Federal farm bill changes could impact CT’s plans for THC seltzers, hemp farms