The New York State Office of Cannabis Management (OCM) is sharing its year-end accomplishments after a major rework of the agency in 2024. At the final Cannabis Control Board meeting of 2024 the OCM announced that 261 retail dispensaries are now open in New York State. At the meeting, 68 new licenses were approved across the cannabis supply chain, with a total of 1,394 … [Read more...] about New York’s Office of Cannabis Management celebrates milestones after major overhaul
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Minnesota cities take different approaches to recreational cannabis market
When you talk to people in different Minnesota cities about how they are preparing for the arrival of recreational cannabis sales sometime next year you will find many different approaches. The Minnesota Legislature set most of the rules about cultivation and sale of recreational marijuana in spring 2023. However, the state left several key decisions within local control, … [Read more...] about Minnesota cities take different approaches to recreational cannabis market
Nebraska Gov. Jim Pillen signs medical marijuana initiatives into law
LINCOLN — Gov. Jim Pillen on Thursday signed a pair of initiatives into law that legalize and regulate medical marijuana in Nebraska. With the stroke of a pen, Pillen fulfilled his statutory and constitutional duty, declaring the petitions circulated by Nebraskans for Medical Marijuana "in full force and effect as part of the statutes of the State of Nebraska." The governor … [Read more...] about Nebraska Gov. Jim Pillen signs medical marijuana initiatives into law
Iconic Artist Frida Kahlo Has Inspired A New Cannabis Brand. Her Descendants Approve
The iconic Mexican artist Frida Kahlo was only 18 when a violent collision involving the bus she was riding on propelled an iron handrail through her abdomen and uterus and smashed her spinal column, causing multiple fractures. To ease the chronic and unrelenting pain she suffered for the rest of her life – she died at age 47 — Kahlo often turned to topical remedies made from … [Read more...] about Iconic Artist Frida Kahlo Has Inspired A New Cannabis Brand. Her Descendants Approve
Cannabis regulators hike special fee for 2025
The Cannabis Regulatory Commission approved hiking a fee intended to pay for social equity programs by $1.26 per ounce starting on Jan. 1. (Kevork Djansezian | Getty Images) New Jersey cannabis regulators on Thursday approved raising a cannabis fee intended to pay for social equity programs and announced a long-awaited application process for consumption lounges. The … [Read more...] about Cannabis regulators hike special fee for 2025
Office of Cannabis Policy stresses importance of proper sampling after recent recalls
After issuing its first ever product recalls this fall, the Maine Office of Cannabis Policy is urging producers to make sure they understand the state's testing and handling rules. Deputy director Vern Malloch said the office has determined some producers are sampling improperly, including by taking samples before the full batch is finished. Malloch said that can lead to … [Read more...] about Office of Cannabis Policy stresses importance of proper sampling after recent recalls
Advocates Push Biden To Expand Marijuana Pardons Following Mass Clemency Action, With New Poll Showing Americans Would Support Such A Move
As President Joe Biden announces a new round of pardons and commutations—including several for people with marijuana and other drug convictions—a new poll shows a majority of Americans are in favor of clemency for everyone who’s been federally criminalized over cannabis, as well as broader drug possession. On Thursday, the White House released a clemency list—with over 1,500 … [Read more...] about Advocates Push Biden To Expand Marijuana Pardons Following Mass Clemency Action, With New Poll Showing Americans Would Support Such A Move
Talking Texas cannabis laws and all-THC bans on the streets of Austin
The cannabis industry in Texas faces changes in the 89th Legislature now that Texas Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick has proposed an all-THC ban carried by state Sen. Charles Perry. Legal dispensaries in Austin, Texas, and cannabis advocates have already spoken out against the proposed ban, with some calling it “tremendously out of step” with the will of the people. Texas Agriculture … [Read more...] about Talking Texas cannabis laws and all-THC bans on the streets of Austin
Under new laws, Japan’s hard stance on cannabis could imprison users for up to 7 years
Dec. 12 (UPI) -- Recently revised Japanese cannabis and narcotics laws went into effect on Thursday and could land violators in prison for up to seven years. A general concern about rising use of cannabis among Japanese youth spurred the nation's lawmakers to criminalize possession, cultivation or distribution of marijuana and cannabis products that contain the psychoactive … [Read more...] about Under new laws, Japan’s hard stance on cannabis could imprison users for up to 7 years
Connecticut adult-use cannabis sales rise as prices continue to fall
Get realistic market forecasts, state-by-state insights and benchmarks with the 2024 MJBiz Factbook member program, now with quarterly updates. Make informed decisions. Although the price per gram of cannabis continued to drop in Connecticut, the state’s retailers sold $17.6 million worth of adult-use products in November. That’s the second-best month since the state began … [Read more...] about Connecticut adult-use cannabis sales rise as prices continue to fall
