Regulators are leaning on industry input and innovation to shape the state's social consumption program. Massachusetts cannabis regulators are looking past basic consumption lounges, planning for brewery-style tasting rooms at cultivation sites and cannabis-friendly entertainment venues as part of the state’s social use program, according to its chief regulator. The Cannabis … [Read more...] about Massachusetts maps profit-focused plan for cannabis consumption sites
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Minnesota cannabis agency ditches preapproval license lottery after litigation
Minnesota’s Office of Cannabis Management announced that it’s canceling a planned lottery for special early cannabis licenses intended to help disadvantaged entrepreneurs get a leg-up in the nascent legal marijuana market. The cancellation comes after several people filed suit alleging they were unlawfully denied, and a Ramsey County judge stayed the lottery that was supposed … [Read more...] about Minnesota cannabis agency ditches preapproval license lottery after litigation
Trulieve Opening Medical Cannabis Dispensary in Georgia
A grand opening celebration will be held beginning at 10 a.m. Dec. 20, featuring a ribbon-cutting ceremony, storewide discounts, merchandise giveaways, and onsite medical card certification services for patients with qualifying conditions for the Georgia Access to Medical Cannabis Program. "This dispensary helps expand access to low-THC products for patients in western … [Read more...] about Trulieve Opening Medical Cannabis Dispensary in Georgia
Majority of Tennesseans support marijuana, gun reforms, new poll finds
Tennesseans remain at odds with Republican lawmakers on policies around firearms and cannabis access, a new Vanderbilt University poll found, even though approval for state lawmakers has increased this year. A majority of both Republicans and Democrats polled post-election support recreational marijuana legalization and some gun safety reform, such as requiring gun owners to … [Read more...] about Majority of Tennesseans support marijuana, gun reforms, new poll finds
Prominent House Democrat to lead Kentucky cannabis initiative upon leaving legislature
One of the most powerful Democrats in the state House is taking a job leading an alliance of Kentucky cannabis businesses and stakeholders. House Minority Whip Rachel Roberts, D-Newport, will lead the Kentucky Cannabis Industry Alliance starting next year, she announced in a press release Friday. Roberts did not seek reelection in 2024. “With the medical cannabis program set … [Read more...] about Prominent House Democrat to lead Kentucky cannabis initiative upon leaving legislature
Richmond considers medical marijuana restrictions for city employees
The city of Richmond is considering a ban on medical marijuana use for city employees, ahead of Kentucky’s upcoming medical cannabis program launch.City officials, including Mayor Robert Blythe, expressed concerns about potential safety risks associated with marijuana use, particularly for employees in hazardous work environments.However, advocates for medical cannabis, such as … [Read more...] about Richmond considers medical marijuana restrictions for city employees
Lawsuit filed to block Nebraska medical marijuana initiatives from becoming law
LINCOLN, Neb. (WOWT) - A complaint filed in Lancaster County is trying to stop the medical marijuana ballot initiatives — widely passed by voters in November — from becoming Nebraska law. The request for an injunction was filed Tuesday by John Kuehn, the plaintiff in the lawsuit over the medical marijuana petitions that got the issue on Nebraska ballots in the first place. It … [Read more...] about Lawsuit filed to block Nebraska medical marijuana initiatives from becoming law
Activists brace for Paxton’s punches to marijuana decimalization charters
The tug-of-war between the legalization and decriminalization of marijuana-related offenses in Texas could soon see an end with a new bill in the mix. A Texas representative out of Dallas has filed a bill legalizing recreational marijuana in the state, directly combating Attorney General Ken Paxton's lawsuit rampage against the usage. The Dallas defender, Rep. Jessica Gonzalez, … [Read more...] about Activists brace for Paxton’s punches to marijuana decimalization charters
21 ‘Lessons Learned’ From Cannabis CEOs
Leading a company isn’t easy in any industry. But when your business is cannabis, it’s a whole new world. Even for experienced leaders, this still-young industry comes with a learning curve—full of hurdles and yet-to-be-written rules. Lessons learned along the way help propel leaders and their businesses to success. Cannabis Business Times talked with four cannabis CEOs willing … [Read more...] about 21 ‘Lessons Learned’ From Cannabis CEOs
Connecticut cannabis prices continue to fall
Retail sales of cannabis climbed in November for a second month in a row as the price per gram of cannabis continued to fall, according to data from the Department of Consumer Protection (DCP). Connecticut retailers sold $17.6 million of adult-use cannabis products in the month of November, marking the second best month for sales since the purchase of recreational cannabis … [Read more...] about Connecticut cannabis prices continue to fall
