The Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services has transferred $23,363,968 in funds generated through Missouri’s adult use marijuana program to designated state agencies, as specified in Article XIV, Section 2, of the Missouri Constitution. The transfer was authorized under the Supplemental Budget (House Bill 14.495) for Fiscal Year 2025, which was passed by the Missouri … [Read more...] about Marijuana program revenue funds veterans services and addiction treatment in Missouri
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Florida Bill to Restrict, Regulate Hemp Products Advances to Senate Floor
Nearly a year after Gov. Ron DeSantis vetoed legislation aiming to ban hemp products containing constituents like delta-8 THC, Florida lawmakers are upping their efforts to clamp down on the state’s cannabinoid market. The Florida Senate Fiscal Policy Committee voted unanimously, 18-0, on March 27 to advance Senate Bill 438, which aims to prohibit all products containing … [Read more...] about Florida Bill to Restrict, Regulate Hemp Products Advances to Senate Floor
Trump White House Says Marijuana Decriminalization ‘Opened The Door To Disorder’ In Washington, D.C.
President Donald Trump’s White House says the move to decriminalize marijuana in Washington, D.C. is an example of a “failed” policy that “opened the door to disorder.” In a fact sheet about an executive order that Trump signed on Friday—which is broadly aimed at beautifying the District and making it more safe—the White House listed several local policies in the nation’s … [Read more...] about Trump White House Says Marijuana Decriminalization ‘Opened The Door To Disorder’ In Washington, D.C.
Trump’s First Pick For Attorney General Says Marijuana Rescheduling Is ‘On The Horizon’
Former Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-FL)—President Donald Trump’s first pick for U.S. attorney general this term before he withdrew from consideration—says “meaningful” marijuana reform is “on the horizon” under the current administration, praising the president’s “leadership” in supporting rescheduling. In an op-ed published by The Tampa Bay Times on Thursday, Gaetz said that moving … [Read more...] about Trump’s First Pick For Attorney General Says Marijuana Rescheduling Is ‘On The Horizon’
4 In 10 Military Veterans With Chronic Pain Report Using Medical Marijuana To Manage Symptoms, New Study Shows
A new study shows that 40 percent of military veterans suffering from chronic pain report using marijuana to treat their symptoms. Most of them say they use cannabis to deal with pain, mobility and sleep issues, while substantial numbers of veterans also say it helps with PTSD, anxiety and stress. Nearly all participants (98 percent) said healthcare providers should discuss the … [Read more...] about 4 In 10 Military Veterans With Chronic Pain Report Using Medical Marijuana To Manage Symptoms, New Study Shows
Cannabis rescheduling stalls, leaving businesses in regulatory limbo
A momentous change in federal law to the benefit of the cannabis industry and medical marijuana patients is succumbing to the burdens of federal regulatory policies and procedures, political disenfranchisement and behind-the-scenes cultural influencers. What began in earnest to change the classification of cannabis from a Schedule I to a Schedule III drug now looks threatened, … [Read more...] about Cannabis rescheduling stalls, leaving businesses in regulatory limbo
Texas Lieutenant Governor ‘Carded’ at Compliant Austin-Based Hemp Retailer
Texas Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick visited the Happy Cactus, a legal hemp retailer in Austin, Texas. When Patrick entered the store, the employees asked for identification to verify his age. He complied and showed his ID, proving he was over 21. The Happy Cactus team followed the standards of best practices established by the Cannabis Retailers Alliance for Texas and other … [Read more...] about Texas Lieutenant Governor ‘Carded’ at Compliant Austin-Based Hemp Retailer
Trulieve Opening Medical Cannabis Dispensary in North Miami Beach
– Trulieve Cannabis Corp., a leading and top-performing cannabis company in the U.S., announced the opening of a new medical cannabis dispensary in North Miami Beach, Fla. A grand opening celebration will be held beginning at 9 a.m. March 21, featuring music, specials, discounts, and opportunities to register for upcoming patient education sessions. "We are proud to expand … [Read more...] about Trulieve Opening Medical Cannabis Dispensary in North Miami Beach
Cannabis Retailer Loses Legal Bid to Block California’s Union Law
Cannabis Retailer Loses Legal Bid to Block California’s Union Law. A cannabis retailer has lost its attempt to challenge California's unionization law, which mandates that cannabis businesses adhere to state rules requiring union engagement. The court ruled that the retailer’s actions were in violation of federal marijuana restrictions, making it impossible to invoke the law's … [Read more...] about Cannabis Retailer Loses Legal Bid to Block California’s Union Law
Democratic lawmakers propose ‘Pot for Potholes Act,’ allowing recreational marijuana sales in TN to increase road repair revenue
A bill introduced by Democratic lawmakers in the Tennessee legislature could legalize recreational marijuana sales as a way to generate revenue for road and bridge repairs across the state. The bill, HB 0703, was introduced by Representative Aftyn Behn (D-Nashville) and is otherwise known as the "Pot for Potholes Act." If passed, people over 21 years old would be able to … [Read more...] about Democratic lawmakers propose ‘Pot for Potholes Act,’ allowing recreational marijuana sales in TN to increase road repair revenue
