In 2023, Roland Conner became the first person with a criminal conviction to open a licensed cannabis dispensary in New York, making him the face of a $200 million effort to turn people once prosecuted for marijuana offenses into flagship sellers. Retailers like Mr. Conner, who already owned profitable businesses like gyms and restaurants, were recruited by state regulators … [Read more...] about How a Plan for Reparations Became a Debt Trap for Marijuana Retailers
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Pensacola lawmaker proposes bill to allow homegrown medical marijuana plants
The new bill would allow anyone 21 or older with a medical marijuana card to grow up to two cannabis plants for personal use. The bill also allows for full telehealth appointments with a doctor to get a medical marijuana card rather than requiring the first visit to be done in person. Rep. Alex Andrade is sponsoring the bill because he said Amendment 3 showed majority of … [Read more...] about Pensacola lawmaker proposes bill to allow homegrown medical marijuana plants
Free medical cannabis program launches at West Hollywood dispensary
The Artist Tree is offering free medical marijuana to patients and veterans at its two Southern California dispensaries. The Compassion Program provides free products to patients “suffering from serious medical conditions” and military veterans. The program is available at the West Hollywood and Laguna Woods dispensaries. The company said it expects to help 100 patients … [Read more...] about Free medical cannabis program launches at West Hollywood dispensary
7 US House Republicans File Bill to Prevent 280E Tax Relief for Cannabis Businesses
Forcing state-licensed cannabis businesses to continue paying punitive taxes on their ordinary business expenses, even should cannabis be federally rescheduled, is now a bicameral effort in the U.S. Congress. Congressman Jodey Arrington, R-Texas, who chairs the House Budget Committee, and six of his fellow representatives in the U.S. House introduced legislation, H.R. 1447, on … [Read more...] about 7 US House Republicans File Bill to Prevent 280E Tax Relief for Cannabis Businesses
US Congressman’s Bill Would Provide Veterans Access to Cannabis From VA Doctors
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a qualifying condition in just about all 39 states with medical cannabis programs in the U.S., yet veterans often hide their use from government health providers out of fear of losing their benefits. U.S. Rep. Brian Mast, R-Fla., is hoping that changes. The co-chair of the Congressional Cannabis Caucus reintroduced the Veterans Equal … [Read more...] about US Congressman’s Bill Would Provide Veterans Access to Cannabis From VA Doctors
How medical cannabis is changing lives for Texans with PTSD
For years, Texans living with conditions like PTSD, neuropathy, cancer and spasticity have had limited treatment options. Now, with medical cannabis legal in Texas, thousands of patients have found relief. , the state's leading medical marijuana provider, is making this medicine more accessible for patients. PTSD is just one of several qualifying conditions for medical cannabis … [Read more...] about How medical cannabis is changing lives for Texans with PTSD
‘It’s a good way to get rid of the noise’ Soldier who killed Osama Bin Laden launches Cannabis brand
New York: Robert O'Neill, the decorated former SEAL Team 6 operator, has entered the cannabis industry with Operator Canna Co, a state-licensed marijuana brand aimed at supporting veterans dealing with PTSD and stress-related disorders. A portion of the company’s revenue will be donated to charities supporting disabled veterans. O'Neill, who was part of the 2011 raid that … [Read more...] about ‘It’s a good way to get rid of the noise’ Soldier who killed Osama Bin Laden launches Cannabis brand
NY may allow even more pot shops in neighborhoods but some merchants say change would put them out of business
More licensed pot shops would be crammed into New York neighborhoods under a new rule proposed by Gov. Kathy Hochul’s cannabis regulators Thursday — sparking outrage from weed merchants who worry the change would put them out of business. The Office of Cannabis Management’s plan would tighten the buffer zones separating licensed dispensaries in communities in New York City and … [Read more...] about NY may allow even more pot shops in neighborhoods but some merchants say change would put them out of business
Veterans Cannabis Care (VCC) Expands Mission to Serve Veterans in Need
CASSELBERRY, Fla., February 11, 2025 (Newswire.com) - Veterans Cannabis Care (VCC), a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering Veterans' quality of life through access to The Florida Medical Marijuana Program, cannabis education and resources, proudly announces its commitment to expanding its programs to serve even more Veterans in need. As part of this effort, … [Read more...] about Veterans Cannabis Care (VCC) Expands Mission to Serve Veterans in Need
Trump’s New DEA Leader Has A ‘Just Say No’ Stance On Marijuana, Linking Cannabis Use To Suicide Risk And Schizophrenia
President Donald Trump has officially named his pick to lead the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA)—selecting a decades-long agency veteran and top Virginia official who’s voiced concerns about the dangers of marijuana and linked its use to higher suicide risk among youth. On Tuesday, Trump announced that he’s nominating Terrance Cole to serve as DEA administrator in place … [Read more...] about Trump’s New DEA Leader Has A ‘Just Say No’ Stance On Marijuana, Linking Cannabis Use To Suicide Risk And Schizophrenia
