Texas lawmakers are looking to reign in access to products that contain THC, but the House and Senate could take somewhat different approaches. The state’s consumable hemp industry blossomed following a 2019 bill that allowed the production of hemp in Texas. Just a few years later, products that contain THC and can produce a high are readily available in the state. They come in … [Read more...] about Texas wants to reign in marijuana loopholes. Here are lawmakers’ plans for THC
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‘Pot for Potholes Act’ fails in TN legislature; Republican lawmakers reject proposal to fund road repairs with recreational marijuana taxes
NASHVILLE, Tenn. — A bill introduced by Democratic lawmakers in the Tennessee legislature that could have legalized recreational marijuana sales as a way to generate revenue for road and bridge repairs across the state failed in the House Criminal Justice Subcommittee Wednesday. The bill, HB 0703, was introduced by Representative Aftyn Behn (D-Nashville) and was otherwise known … [Read more...] about ‘Pot for Potholes Act’ fails in TN legislature; Republican lawmakers reject proposal to fund road repairs with recreational marijuana taxes
CBD vs. THC: Which Cannabis Compound is Right for You?
CBD (cannabidiol) and THC (tetrahydrocannabinol) are two of the most well-known compounds found in the cannabis plant. While they share a common origin, their effects on the human body are quite different, making them subjects of interest, especially for older adults seeking alternative therapeutic options. Understanding THC THC is the primary psychoactive component of … [Read more...] about CBD vs. THC: Which Cannabis Compound is Right for You?
What Does the Reclassification of Marijuana Mean for Physicians?
Dr Mikhail Kogan and partner attorney Griffen J Thorne discuss what the reclassification of marijuana could mean for practicing physicians. Governmental figures have spent decades debating the laws and regulations regarding cannabis. The current political climate has reinvigorated a proposal to downgrade the drug class of marijuana from a Schedule I to Schedule III controlled … [Read more...] about What Does the Reclassification of Marijuana Mean for Physicians?
Officials warn of the dangers of synthetic cannabis use
Although synthetic cannabis, or spice, was banned in Alabama in 2011, police and an addiction recovery specialist say the drug continues to be used, with Decatur police arresting two individuals earlier this year for trafficking large quantities of the drug. Decatur Police Capt. George Silvestri, head of the department's Criminal Investigation Division, said he has seen … [Read more...] about Officials warn of the dangers of synthetic cannabis use
Top 10 Issues in the Cannabis Industry for 2025
It is not all doom and gloom for the cannabis industry this year; positive developments across states and the potential (albeit remote) for federal rescheduling means the cannabis industry can expect ongoing advancements. 1. Cannabis at the Federal Level: All Smoke and Mirrors? The Potential Rescheduling of Cannabis Persists Arguably the most significant development on the … [Read more...] about Top 10 Issues in the Cannabis Industry for 2025
VEGAS MYTHS RE-BUSTED: You Can Buy Legal Weed On the Strip
The Las Vegas Strip isn’t where you will find legal weed, despite signs telling you otherwise. (Image: runthetrap.com) Though cannabis and hemp are the same plant, cannabis contains more than than .03% THC, the compound that gets users high. Hemp doesn’t. Mostly, it contains the non-psychoactive compound CBD. A loophole in the 2018 Nevada Farm Bill allows anyone to peddle … [Read more...] about VEGAS MYTHS RE-BUSTED: You Can Buy Legal Weed On the Strip
Massachusetts Cannabis Businesses Struggle Amid Plummeting Prices
The Massachusetts cannabis industry is facing significant financial strain as marijuana prices have dropped dramatically. Since November 2018, retail prices have fallen from $14.09 per gram to $5.36 per gram in 2024, a 62% decrease. Factors Contributing to Price Decline Several elements have led to this downturn: • Increased Cultivation Licenses: The Cannabis Control … [Read more...] about Massachusetts Cannabis Businesses Struggle Amid Plummeting Prices
US cannabis cultivation generates emissions equivalent to 10M vehicles
U.S. cannabis cultivation consumes more electricity than the cryptocurrency mining sector or all other crops combined. It’s raising concerns about the industry’s environmental impacts. Indoor cultivation, which accounts for two-thirds of production, contributes significantly to greenhouse gas emissions, equivalent to that of 10 million cars. Experts suggest shifting cannabis … [Read more...] about US cannabis cultivation generates emissions equivalent to 10M vehicles
Senators want big changes in Hawaii’s medical marijuana laws
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - Big reforms may be in store for Hawaii’s medical marijuana program along with a crackdown on illicit cannabidiol (CBD) outlets. The changes would make it much easier to get medical cannabis and harder to find it illegally. State Sen. Jarrett Keohokalole, Consumer Protection chair, said lawmakers are giving up on legalizing adult recreational … [Read more...] about Senators want big changes in Hawaii’s medical marijuana laws
