A recent property tax relief bill in Nebraska is seeking to create new income opportunities for the state, including a variety of sales tax exemptions. This includes adding sales taxes for products like candy and soda, as well as services such as pet care and grooming, but most importantly, adding a 100% tax to CBD and hemp products. Legislative Bill 388 was recently passed by … [Read more...] about Nebraska Bill Aims To Increase Taxes on CBD, Hemp Products by 100%
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Absentee voting starts June 27 for Springfield marijuana tax ballot issue
Absentee voting starts June 27 for the Aug. 8 special municipal election, according to a press release from Greene County. The special election only has one issue on the ballot: Whether the city of Springfield should impose an additional 3% tax on the sale of recreational marijuana. Proceeds from that tax would go toward public safety, mental health services, housing, and … [Read more...] about Absentee voting starts June 27 for Springfield marijuana tax ballot issue
Why tobacco prices are rising in the U.S. while those for weed are dropping — and what that means for consumers
By, Tom Gaffey • The Fresh Toast on https://www.thegrowthop.comCannabis is taxed heavily, but in a different manner than tobacco and with different goals.People who are frequent cannabis purchasers in the U.S. have likely noticed that some of their favourite cannabis products have stayed the same price, or even gone down over the last year. An initial reaction is likely not … [Read more...] about Why tobacco prices are rising in the U.S. while those for weed are dropping — and what that means for consumers
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
Please Vote
It's Election Day and it's time to vote. Today is Connecticut's General Election. We have an opportunity to vote for change, regardless of your party affiliation. We have heard from the candidates, both on the state and local levels and now is the time to exercise your right to vote. It's time to correct Connecticut's problems Regardless on how you feel as it concerns to … [Read more...] about Please Vote
Moral Distress in Hartford
Hartford is in need of help. We all understand that there is a dark side of politics that no one really likes to talk about. The so called “closed door agreements” which may or may not happen, or the little “give and take” that they say is needed in order to things progressing. By now, it may be safe to assume that everyone has heard of the Netflix show “House of … [Read more...] about Moral Distress in Hartford
Weekend News Recap
Weekend News Recap Here are some news articles you might have missed over the weekend. There is a lot going on in the cannabis-focused world. We need to look outside the state to ensure we stay ahead of the game to push legalization here in Connecticut. It would appear our legislators are not educating themselves. Let's normalize cannabis, it's ok to talk about … [Read more...] about Weekend News Recap
End Connecticut’s Prohibition
End Connecticut's Cannabis Prohibition Hopefully tomorrow will be the start towards the change we desire in Connecticut. Tomorrow marks the beginning of the 2018 Legislative Session in Hartford and local activists from around the state will be travelling to meet and discuss cannabis reform and legalization with state representatives. Face to face communications is the … [Read more...] about End Connecticut’s Prohibition
Legal Cannabis in Connecticut…When?
As everyone knows, there was a push for legal cannabis in Connecticut. It wasn't just for patients, or recreational smokers, but to benefit everyone. Changing the laws would benefit consumers and the tax revenue would be beneficial for every and all citizens of the state. A lot of people understand Connecticut is stuck in a tough economic deficit right now and they are … [Read more...] about Legal Cannabis in Connecticut…When?