The increased legalization of marijuana can complicate HR policies for contractors that work in multiple states. The number of states with legalized recreational marijuana is growing. Rhode Island and New York started allowing sales in late 2022. Connecticut followed in January. Maryland’s law will change to allow recreational use in July. That brings the total number of … [Read more...] about Contractors search for clarity amid changing pot laws
Rhode Island
RI to erase many marijuana possession convictions within next 3 months
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) – Rhode Island judicial leaders have taken another step toward automatically erasing all records of those who were convicted on misdemeanor or felony charges of marijuana possession. On Friday Supreme Court Chief Justice Paul Suttell issued an executive order that laid out rules for the courts – from the Traffic Tribunal, to district and superior courts … [Read more...] about RI to erase many marijuana possession convictions within next 3 months
New ordinance would ban marijuana use on all Smithfield’s public property
SMITHFIELD – Town residents will get another chance to express their opinions on a potential ban on smoking and vaporizing cannabis products on any Smithfield-owned property at a meeting in February, after the Town Council heard from the public on Tuesday. The council moved to continue the public hearing on the proposal to ban marijuana use in any public space after resident … [Read more...] about New ordinance would ban marijuana use on all Smithfield’s public property
Sixth RI dispensary gets greenlight to sell recreational marijuana
EXETER, R.I (WPRI) — A recently-opened medical marijuana dispensary in Rhode Island has been approved to sell recreational cannabis in South County, and is also moving locations. Sweetspot Dispensary, which previously opened as a delivery-only medical marijuana shop in South Kingstown, is now opening a hybrid medical and recreational shop in Exeter. The new shop at 560 South … [Read more...] about Sixth RI dispensary gets greenlight to sell recreational marijuana
Here’s how much cannabis was sold in RI in the first week
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) – One week after recreational cannabis went on sale in Rhode Island, the numbers are in. Rhode Island’s six marijuana dispensaries — five of which are currently authorized to sell to recreational customers — collectively sold just over $1.63 million worth of marijuana from Dec. 1 to Dec. 7, according to the Department of Business Regulation. Less … [Read more...] about Here’s how much cannabis was sold in RI in the first week
Rhode Islanders head to dispensaries to buy recreational marijuana
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) — Recreational marijuana is officially for sale in Rhode Island. Five existing pot shops in the state are now “hybrid” stores, selling both medical and recreational cannabis. The first business that opened its doors on Thursday was Mother Earth Wellness in Pawtucket at 5 a.m. and Karen Ballou was their first customer. “It’s very exciting, it’s been a … [Read more...] about Rhode Islanders head to dispensaries to buy recreational marijuana
5 things to know as RI cannabis sales start Today
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) — Recreational marijuana has been legal to possess, use and grow since May, but legal sales begin for the first time on Thursday. Five existing medical marijuana dispensaries will become “hybrid” stores, selling both medical and recreational cannabis on Thursday. Aura of Rhode Island — Central Falls Thomas C. Slater Center — Providence Mother Earth … [Read more...] about 5 things to know as RI cannabis sales start Today
Rhode Island’s First Adult-Use Cannabis Sales to Begin on December 1st, Gov. Dan McKee Announces
Original News Break The state's first retail sales of cannabis for recreational use will start this week, on December 1, according to a statement from the governor of Rhode Island. Five current medical cannabis shops have received licenses as "hybrid" retailers, making them the first to provide services to customers over the age of 21. This announcement was made by Governor … [Read more...] about Rhode Island’s First Adult-Use Cannabis Sales to Begin on December 1st, Gov. Dan McKee Announces
Rhode Island To Begin Adult-Use Cannabis Sales on Dec. 1
High Times Adults in Rhode Island will be able to legally purchase marijuana starting next week. The state announced on Tuesday that recreational cannabis sales will kick off there on December 1. “This milestone is the result of a carefully executed process to ensure that our state’s entry into this emerging market was done in a safe, controlled and equitable manner,” Rhode … [Read more...] about Rhode Island To Begin Adult-Use Cannabis Sales on Dec. 1
RI marijuana products destroyed after testing positive for pesticides
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) — Nine medical marijuana businesses have had batches of cannabis test positive for banned pesticides since testing was mandated earlier this year, according to state regulators. The Department of Business Regulation says none of the products ended up being sold to patients, and all the batches that failed pesticide testing have either been destroyed or … [Read more...] about RI marijuana products destroyed after testing positive for pesticides
