Rino Ferrarese testifying Wednesday at public hearing where he urged lawmakers to make changes in the cannabis testing employed by the Department of Consumer Protection. A day later, he was subjected to a retaliatory inspection. Credit: CT-N The state Department of Consumer Protection apologized Friday for conducting what appeared to be a retaliatory inspection at a cannabis … [Read more...] about Retaliatory inspection of cannabis cultivator? DCP apologizes.
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Driving while high: Survey finds half of marijuana users consume before driving
Cannabis is now the third-most used substance in the U.S. and Michigan is home to one of the largest markets for adult-use recreational pot. That raises concerns around the consumption of pot while operating a motor vehicle, which large numbers saying they use weed before driving. By the numbers: Two studies sought to better understand how those who use marijuana view driving … [Read more...] about Driving while high: Survey finds half of marijuana users consume before driving
Cultivator Not Entitled to Use Easement for Cannabis Purposes Absent Landowner Consent
On October 29, 2024, the Second District Court of Appeals of California decided against the County of Santa Barbara (“the county”) in JCCRandall LLC v. County of Santa Barbara. The Court held, contrary to popular belief, that marijuana is still illegal in California because it is illegal federally. Thus, the Court sided with a private landowner (“plaintiff”) who objected to the … [Read more...] about Cultivator Not Entitled to Use Easement for Cannabis Purposes Absent Landowner Consent
Medical cannabis companies are spending big to have a say in Pa.’s legal weed future
HARRISBURG — Pro-cannabis interests spent at least $1.6 million lobbying the Pennsylvania legislature in 2024 as lawmakers weighed a legalization scheme that could see major profits for existing dispensaries and growers. The legalization debate continues this year. In his latest budget pitch, Democratic Gov. Josh Shapiro called on the legislature to allow recreational cannabis … [Read more...] about Medical cannabis companies are spending big to have a say in Pa.’s legal weed future
Federal agency quietly announces ‘cannabis plan’
The arrival of the Trump administration has led to a wave of uncertainty in the cannabis community. The path toward potential rescheduling is on hold while a number of prohibitionist appointees have some industry advocates understandably concerned. This month, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) quietly released its “Cannabis Strategic Plan” amid growing … [Read more...] about Federal agency quietly announces ‘cannabis plan’
The Best U.S. Cities for a Cannabis Vacation [2025 Data Study]
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If You Blazed Massive Amounts of Weed as a Youth, Scientists Have Interesting News
When most smokers light up a joint, it's unlikely that "enhanced cognitive ability" is front-of-mind. Not shockingly, the long-held assumption from most tends to be that weed makes you dumb, and probably fries your brain permanently. Intriguingly, that argument might be going up in smoke. A recent study by researchers in — where else — Amsterdam appears to be good news for all … [Read more...] about If You Blazed Massive Amounts of Weed as a Youth, Scientists Have Interesting News
Why You Need To Get High On St. Patrick’s Day
Ah, St. Patrick’s Day. The one day of the year when people who can't even spell "Guinness" suddenly become Irish historians, draped in green, slurring their way through Dropkick Murphys songs like they were born in a Dublin gutter. It’s a day of bad decisions and worse beer. But amidst the chaos of overpriced Jameson shots and questionable parade antics, there lies a truth as … [Read more...] about Why You Need To Get High On St. Patrick’s Day
Cannabis dispensaries worry about tax increase
LANSING, Mich.(WLNS)— Cannabis dispensaries are frustrated with Governor Whitmer’s proposed road tax plan. Last month, Governor Whitmer announced a new 3 billion dollar road repair plan that would lead to a tax increase on pot. The proposal puts a 32% tax hike on marijuana. Pot retail workers at The Cake in Lansing told 6 News that this plan could severely affect the … [Read more...] about Cannabis dispensaries worry about tax increase
Colorado’s Marijuana Enforcement Division fails to protect consumers, cannabis company alleges in lawsuit
A cannabis company based in the San Luis Valley is suing Colorado’s Marijuana Enforcement Division, alleging the agency has failed to uphold its statutory duty to protect consumers and prosecute bad actors. The lawsuit, filed in Denver District Court on Monday by cultivator and manufacturer Mammoth Farms, accuses the division of ignoring companies that are diverting legal weed … [Read more...] about Colorado’s Marijuana Enforcement Division fails to protect consumers, cannabis company alleges in lawsuit
