Recreational marijuana sales in Michigan have totaled nearly $32 million in the first three months. The sales have resulted in more than $5 million in tax for the state, including nearly $3.2 million in excise tax and $2.1 million in sales tax. As of March 2, the total for adult-use sales was $31,971,862. That resulted in $3,197,186 in excise tax and $2,110,143 in sales … [Read more...] about Recreational marijuana sales total nearly $32M in first 3 months
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Providence Chamber members divide on legalized marijuana
Meanwhile in Rhode Island... Rhode Island’s business community appears almost evenly divided on the legalization of marijuana. With their applause, however, the hundreds of business executives gathered Wednesday for a Greater Providence Chamber of Commerce luncheon let lawmakers know how strongly they feel about setting their own rules on how that might work in … [Read more...] about Providence Chamber members divide on legalized marijuana
Ward 7’s First Medical Marijuana Dispensary Scheduled to Open This Week
Residents should be first to help revitalize our urban centers. Hopefully, we all take notice and learn from the process occurring around us. Communities need to be united in this effort so we can actually see change. Change happens first from within. -Dabbin' Dad “As black people, the cannabis industry is an industry that we’ve been notoriously left out of … This is … [Read more...] about Ward 7’s First Medical Marijuana Dispensary Scheduled to Open This Week
Maine Legislature approves recreational cannabis rules
What does this mean for those interested in the cannabis industry in Maine? Maine residents can plan for the new rules to go into effect 90 days after being signed by the Governor of Maine, Janet Mills. It's almost been three years after Maine voters approved recreational marijuana retail sales. The Maine Senate approved the rules by a vote of 26-9, while the Maine House … [Read more...] about Maine Legislature approves recreational cannabis rules
NYC Mayor Intends to Prevent Cannabis Corporatization if Legalization Succeeds
Legalization should provide the community with opportunity, not just the rich! Small businesses are the key to a successful legal cannabis industry. Hats of to Mayor Bill de Blasio for making the point. Politicians in Connecticut please take note. Organizations like Connecticut NORML can help our state legislature understand there is more to retail taxation revenues. Wake … [Read more...] about NYC Mayor Intends to Prevent Cannabis Corporatization if Legalization Succeeds