The landscape regarding marijuana use seems to be changing so rapidly that it is difficult to keep up. More than half of the U.S. has now legalized some form of marijuana use. Currently, 33 states and the District of Columbia permit the use of marijuana for either medical or recreational purposes or both. In 10 states as well as D.C., the use of recreational marijuana is … [Read more...] about A Guide to Marijuana Legislation, and Its Effect on the Workplace
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One month to go until recreational weed becomes legal in Illinois. Here’s what you need to know.
We love Chitown. Now we have just another reason to go there in 2020! What could be better than sharing some good legal buds while visiting some friends? Michigan Ave here we come. Who knows maybe White Sox and Cubs fans can get along thanks to a little sticky-icky. -Dabbin Dad When the most popular medical marijuana dispensary in Chicago begins selling recreational … [Read more...] about One month to go until recreational weed becomes legal in Illinois. Here’s what you need to know.
Ex-NBA player opens marijuana dispensary in Detroit
DETROIT – Michigan will begin rolling out recreational marijuana to consumers in the coming weeks -- which means more and more businesses will be popping up. One of those will be Viola, a cannabis provision center founded by former NBA player Al Harrington. The Viola Provision Center officially opened to the public on Monday, and will likely seek to add recreational marijuana … [Read more...] about Ex-NBA player opens marijuana dispensary in Detroit
Maine on track for legal marijuana sales by spring 2020
It has been a long road for residents and businesses in Maine. Could the wait finally be over for recreational sales? They are predicting applications could start being submitted before the end of 2019. That's promising for voters who approved legal adult-use marijuana at the polls in November 2016 . -Dabbin' Dad Maine marijuana enthusiasts will probably be able to … [Read more...] about Maine on track for legal marijuana sales by spring 2020
Springfield City Council approves Cannabis Tax
Is Springfield looking to open up shop? The city has historically been opposed to cannabis businesses and was known to shutdown any activity within the city limits. -Dabbin' Dad SPRINGFIELD — The Springfield City Council has voted unanimously to impose a local 3% tax on marijuana sales, the maximum allowed under state law. The tax would be added to the city's regular sales … [Read more...] about Springfield City Council approves Cannabis Tax
Medical marijuana patients in Massachusetts say product variety dwindling as stores begin selling to recreational customers
Here is the reason Connecticut Advocates have said would happen when dispensaries sell both, medically and recreationally. Profits dictate supply needs. It only makes total economic sense. Take notice Hartford. No matter what someone tells you, purchasing behaviors don't lie. -Dabbin' Dad Dan Scotland lives in northeastern Massachusetts and uses medical marijuana to … [Read more...] about Medical marijuana patients in Massachusetts say product variety dwindling as stores begin selling to recreational customers
New study shows recreational cannabis legalization doesn’t affect teen use rates
Get out of here!!! Who knew were not lying about the effect on teen use. Remember, responsibility starts in the home. We are fighting for adult-use! -Dabbin Dad Courtesy of State Rep. Kelly Cassidy's Facebook page Legalizing recreational cannabis has little effect on teen use of the drug and led to reductions in some cases, according to an expansive study on the matter. … [Read more...] about New study shows recreational cannabis legalization doesn’t affect teen use rates
11 things to know about Michigan’s new recreational marijuana rules
In case you are planning a trip to Michigan any time soon, here are some tips you should know. Michigan officials issued a set of heavily anticipated emergency rules for the recreational marijuana market this week that will define how the commercial sale of the now-legal drug will operate. The rule set comes more than six months after 57 percent of Michigan voters chose to … [Read more...] about 11 things to know about Michigan’s new recreational marijuana rules
Michigan towns and cities have three months left to ban recreational marijuana
Let's hope that Michigan doesn't follow suit to Massachusetts. Communities regardless of a demographic stand to make substantial tax revenues from legal recreational cannabis. Passing on recreational is passing on free and easy municipal revenue. Don't overcomplicate the decision. The world does not end with cannabis. It's a safer revenue stream than opening a bar. Just … [Read more...] about Michigan towns and cities have three months left to ban recreational marijuana
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