NBC Connecticut Cannabis sales in Connecticut reached a record high last month, according to new data from the Department of Consumer Protection. The data shows that cannabis retail sales in the state have progressively gone up since adult-use cannabis sales became legal in January. Recreational use of cannabis has been legal for adults in Connecticut since Jan. 10 and … [Read more...] about Connecticut Cannabis Sales Reach Record High in March
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Oregon cannabis sales for March set record amid coronavirus response
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — In the week leading up to Oregon Gov. Kate Brown’s “stay home” order to respond to the novel coronavirus pandemic, Oregonians were busy stocking up on groceries and essentials — and apparently setting a new record for cannabis sales in March. The Oregon Liquor Control Commission, which also oversees the state’s legal cannabis industry, announced on … [Read more...] about Oregon cannabis sales for March set record amid coronavirus response
Recreational marijuana sales total nearly $32M in first 3 months
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
Michigan exceed $1.6 million in 8 days of sales
Come on Connecticut, let's get with the program. We all need to stop looking at cannabis as a harmful deadly substance. It is a plant that has 10,000 years of documented historical human use. We live in a day and age, where we like to believe we are enlightened, yet people do not attempt to educate themselves on the topic without preconceived notions. Change is happening all … [Read more...] about Michigan exceed $1.6 million in 8 days of sales
NH Senate committee rejects pot legalization bill
Trimmed marijuna buds at 253 Farmacy in Montague. The business plans to produce all of its own marijuana within a year. CONCORD — One of New Hampshire’s top champions of marijuana legalization in the Senate changed his tune Tuesday, announcing it was not the right time to pass a sweeping legalization bill. Is New Hampshire Ready? “I don’t think the state is ready for … [Read more...] about NH Senate committee rejects pot legalization bill
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
Bill to Regulate and Tax Cannabis Sales Advances in Vermont
A Vermont House of Representatives committee approved a bill last week that would create a system to tax and regulate commercial cannabis sales in the state. The measure, S. 54, was approved by the House Government Operations Committee on Thursday by a vote of 10-1. The bill was passed by the Vermont Senate in February by a margin of 23-5. S. 54 has been referred to the House … [Read more...] about Bill to Regulate and Tax Cannabis Sales Advances in Vermont
NY Medical Cannabis Company to Soon Sell Recreational in MA
Legalizing recreational marijuana was not included in this year’s New York State budget, but there is still a chance that legislation on it could be passed as soon as the end of 2019. "We have not legalized cannabis, adult-use cannabis, the political desire is there," New York Governor Andrew Cuomo on Sunday. "I believe we will get it done." Medical marijuana is already … [Read more...] about NY Medical Cannabis Company to Soon Sell Recreational in MA