In 2023, Ohio became the 24th state to legalize marijuana following an overwhelming vote in favor of recreational use. The passage of Issue 2 allowed adults to possess small amounts of cannabis and even grow a limited number of plants at home. But employers' authority to regulate employee drug use has not been overly affected by the change in state marijuana laws. The current … [Read more...] about To test or not to test: Ohio employers adapt to the in’s and out’s of legal recreational cannabis
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Medical marijuana license protests are flowing into the state
Applicants not chosen for new medical marijuana licenses are sending appeals into the Florida Department of Health. DOH did not respond to Florida Phoenix’s request for a list of the applicants that sent notices announcing their intent to appeal the decision, either informally at the agency level or formally through the state Division of Administrative Hearings. But Paula … [Read more...] about Medical marijuana license protests are flowing into the state
California Releases New List of Acceptable Pesticides for Use on Cannabis
The California Department of Pesticide Regulation (DPR) released a new resource Dec. 18 to support compliance in the legal cannabis market: a list of 261 pesticide products that meet California’s criteria for legal use on cannabis. To view the list, visit: Which Pesticides Can I Use on Cannabis in California? Since cannabis is illegal under federal law, there are no pesticide … [Read more...] about California Releases New List of Acceptable Pesticides for Use on Cannabis
Americans Think Marijuana And Psychedelics Are Much Safer Now Than They Did A Decade Ago, Federal Study Shows
As the marijuana legalization movement has expanded—and psychedelics policy has increasingly entered the mainstream conversation—a new survey shows that Americans don’t view cannabis and LSD as harmful as they once did. A new analysis of the National Survey of Drug Use and Health (NSDUH), conducted annually by the federal Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services … [Read more...] about Americans Think Marijuana And Psychedelics Are Much Safer Now Than They Did A Decade Ago, Federal Study Shows
Bill filed to legalize recreational marijuana across Texas
AUSTIN, Texas — The future of Marijuana in Texas will take center stage when the new legislative session gets underway next month. A Dallas lawmaker filed a bill that would legalize recreational marijuana. It would allow anyone over the age of 21 to legally transport 2.5 ounces for personal use. People would also be able to keep up to 10 ounces at home as long as it's securely … [Read more...] about Bill filed to legalize recreational marijuana across Texas
South Carolina Lawmaker Files Medical Cannabis Legalization Bill
A South Carolina senator has introduced a bill to legalize the medical use of cannabis for patients with certain qualifying medical conditions. The legislation, titled the South Carolina Compassionate Care Act (S. 53), was pre-filed last week by Republican state Sen. Tom Davis in anticipation of the 2025 legislative session that begins next month, online cannabis news source … [Read more...] about South Carolina Lawmaker Files Medical Cannabis Legalization Bill
Tanks to plants: Visiting a German military site-turned-cannabis farm
On a former East German military site, where the communist state's National People's Army (NVA) once stored vast amounts of military equipment, tiny cannabis plants now take root. The plants, imported from Austria, could grow over 1 metre tall under the right conditions, explains Christian Tonn, founder of the German Cultivation Association (DAG). After eight to 10 weeks, … [Read more...] about Tanks to plants: Visiting a German military site-turned-cannabis farm
Got weed for Christmas in another state? What to know about bringing it back to NC
For some planning to leave North Carolina for the holidays, Christmas cookies won’t be the only thing getting baked. Currently, 24 states and two territories allow the use of recreational marijuana, according to U.S. News & World Report. But if your stocking is filled with gifts of the herbal variety, can you take them back home with you? Here’s what the law says. Can … [Read more...] about Got weed for Christmas in another state? What to know about bringing it back to NC
Why Susie Plascencia Embraced Her Love of Weed to Launch Latinas in Cannabis
Susie Plascencia, like many of us, hid her consumption of cannabis for years because of the stigmas associated with it. Although the plant functioned as medicine for her — helping to uplift her mood, ease anxiety, and improve sleep — she was very aware of the taboos that were tied to cannabis use and the ugly history that Black and Brown communities have faced in the war on … [Read more...] about Why Susie Plascencia Embraced Her Love of Weed to Launch Latinas in Cannabis
The Green Beast Invades Central Connecticut: A 70,000-Square-Foot Weed Wonderland
It’s happening, folks. A 70,000-square-foot cannabis cathedral is sprouting up in the quiet town of Newington, Connecticut. The kind of industrial behemoth that screams "Progress!" to some and "The world is ending!" to others. This isn’t just a grow facility—it’s a weed factory, poised to pump out ganja on a scale that’d make Snoop Dogg and Willie Nelson blush.Picture this: … [Read more...] about The Green Beast Invades Central Connecticut: A 70,000-Square-Foot Weed Wonderland
