Cannabis Legalization

GOP Lawmaker In N Carolina Calls Cannabis 'A Gateway Drug' Despite State Reform Approval, Illegal Weed Sales Flourish In Trenton NJ And More Updates
Delaware's Fast-Track Marijuana Bill Heads To Governor, No Psilocybin Therapy For California Vets And First Responders & More Cannabis Updates
Organigram Supports Cannabis In Germany With $15M Initial Investment In This Berlin Marijuana Co.
Delaware's Fast-Track Marijuana Bill Heads To Governor, No Psilocybin Therapy For California Vets And First Responders & More Cannabis Updates
Organigram Supports Cannabis In Germany With $15M Initial Investment In This Berlin Marijuana Co.
Why Descheduling – Not Just Rescheduling – Cannabis Could Swing The 2024 Election
DeSantis Faces Backlash Over Email Blast To 2M People Including Medical Marijuana Patients Who Cite Privacy Concerns, Misuse Of Information

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How Can Cops Tell The Difference Between Marijuana And Hemp? Feds' New Techniques Simplify The Process
This article was originally published on Cannabis.net and appears here with permission.
As Federal Marijuana Reclassification Is Poised To Take Effect, These States Focus On Cannabis Reform
In Massachusetts, the eliminated rule under which all marijuana deliveries are to be handled by two drivers is still enforced, according to CommonWealth Beacon's Bhaamati Borkhetaria.Last week, a measure that seeks to put an end to federal marijuana enforcement in legal states - the Strengthening the Tenth Amendment Through Entrusting States (STATES) 2.0 Act – got an endorsement from The Peace Officers Research Association of California (PORAC) and the Oregon Coalition of Police and Sheriffs (ORCOPs), reported Marijuana Moment.New Hampshire Senators gave the green light to a marijuana legalization measure on Thursday, following an initial floor vote earlier this month. The approval followed some major changes to the measure that now heads to the state's House of Representatives for concurrence on recent amendments, reported Marijuana Moment.Meanwhile, Senators in Louisiana approved the amended version of HB 165. The measure from state Rep. Delisha Boyd (D- New Orleans) seeks to decriminalize marijuana and the use of drug paraphernalia, reported KTVE.
Is White House Drug Czar Overstating The Impact Of Marijuana Rescheduling? Recent Statements Indicate He Is
The White House drug czar seems to be overemphasizing the impacts of the Biden administration's decision to reschedule marijuana, followed by the Department of Justice's (DOJ) Attorney General Merrick Garland formally initiating the rescheduling process with the submission of a legal review.That's according to Marijuana Moment's Kyle Jaeger, who highlighted that's the "second time in the past week" Rahul Gupta, director of the Office of National Drug Control Policy (ONDCP), overstated the implications of the cannabis reform, by "suggesting it would address the "racial disparity" in cannabis enforcement."
69% Of Voters, Including Majority Of Republicans, Support Marijuana Legalization: Did You Catch That, Biden And Trump?
While Biden steps up his cannabis rescheduling game, which by the way is an unfulfilled 2020 campaign promise, he's still shying away from full legalization. Trump has been known to call for the death penalty for drug dealers.
What Schedule III Really Means For Cannabis Industry And Consumers, Congressional Experts Explain
What are the legal consequences of rescheduling cannabis to Schedule III in the Controlled Substances Act (CSA)?Now that President Joe Biden has announced that his administration is officially moving to reschedule marijuana under federal law, followed by the Department of Justice's (DOJ) Attorney General Merrick Garland formally initiating the rescheduling process with the submission of a legal review, let's take a look at what Congressional Research Service's experts said in their recent report.Even though cannabis companies and legalization advocates overwhelmingly welcomed cannabis reform efforts "moving marijuana from Schedule I to Schedule III, without other legal changes, would not bring the state-legal medical or recreational marijuana industry into compliance with federal controlled substances law," according to a report published on May 1.
Biden Announces 'Monumental' Marijuana Rescheduling, DOJ To Take Next Steps
Biden announces plan to reclassify marijuana from Schedule I to III, reversing inequities and removing barriers for Americans. Cannabis stocks rise.
Fact Check: Is Marijuana Legalization Hurting Teen Mental Health?
This article was originally published on Leafly.com and appears here with permission.
Those Who Have Tried And Had Mostly Positive Experiences With Marijuana Or Psychedelics More Likely To Support Legalization, New Survey
GOP Gubernatorial Candidate In Indiana Says Cannabis Legalization Is 'Inevitable,' Local NYC Pols Are Against Licensed Pot Shops And More Reg Updates
Local authorities in central Queens, New York City, don't want any new licensed cannabis shops until illegal ones are eradicated. Sherry Algredo, chairwoman of Community Board 9 covering Kew Gardens, Richmond Hill, Ozone Park and Woodhaven, reached out to state regulators to address the issue. In New Jersey, recreational cannabis revenues topped $201 million in the first quarter of 2024, coming from 130 dispensaries and representing a 38% year-over-year increase,A Democratic lawmaker in Indiana said the state lawmakers should reevaluate its stance on marijuana legalization following the recent Drug Enforcement Administration's (DEA) decision to reclassify cannabis under federal law.
Deterrence Or Free Will? This Texas City To Vote Against Weed Decriminalization Following Opposition From Gov. Abbott And AG Paxton
Residents of Lubbock, West Texas' largest city with 264,000 residents, said no to a measure to decriminalize local low-level marijuana offenses. Saturday's election day saw Lubbockites voting on a 65–35 margin, failing to make Lubbock yet another city in the Lone Star State to enact marijuana policy reform. Adam Hernandez, the Lubbock decriminalization campaign director, attributed the election defeat to low voter turnout."We worked hard on it, we had a lot of volunteers," Hernandez told The Texas Tribune. "We just weren't able to get the voter turnout high enough."Going forward the focus will be on "voter education and voter turnout," he added. The movement was spearheaded by Lubbock Compact, a local advocacy group, which launched the initiative to end some low-level pot arrests after the proposal was previously killed by the City Council.
EXCLUSIVE: 'Cannabis Is Just Getting Started,' Says This Top Stock Expert Who Knows How To Capitalize On Swing Trades
"Cannabis is just getting started and there's going to be a lot of companies getting ready to take advantage of this massive growth cycle, government reform, news states, opening new opportunities and one day, interstate commerce." That's according to Benzinga's cannabis stock expert, Michael Berger, who is on a mission to uncover the most promising marijuana stocks poised for growth, even in a dull market.
CBD of Denver Reports YoY Increase In 2023 Gross Profit, Reduces Loss As It Continues To Expand Internationally
CBD of Denver, Inc. has filed its financial results for the year ended Dec. 31, 2023.The Colorado-based cannabis company said total current assets increased to $117,218 in 2023, up from $28,043 in 2022. Gross profit for the year totaled $595,417, representing a significant recovery from a gross loss of $284,734 in the prior year, due to a 27% increase in sales and a reduction in cost of goods sold. Net income before provision for income tax showed improvement with a loss of $377,729 in 2023, compared to a loss of $3,257,710 in 2022. CBD of Denver attributed it to the company's efforts to enhance operational efficiency and improve cost management.
How Cannabis Laws Impact Immigration: New Study Links State Legalization To Less Deportations
Discover research revealing the impact of cannabis legalization on immigration enforcement. Learn how laws shape deportation rates. Read now!
Kim Kardashian And VP Harris Discuss Cannabis Justice Reform And 'Second Chances' At The White House
Continuing her commitment to criminal justice reform, businesswoman and celeb Kim Kardashian met with Vice President Kamala Harris to discuss new strategies for address
Marijuana Reform On Fast Track In These States As Sen. Schumer Stresses The Need For A Bipartisan Effort
A measure that advanced through Delaware House and seeks to put into effect a law under which banks doing business with licensed marijuana businesses would be protected got the green light at the state Senate committee this week.On a federal level, Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) listed a bipartisan marijuana banking bill as a priority in his chamber.Meanwhile, Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp has until May 7 to weigh in on a bill that seeks to further regulate and license the purchase of hemp products to those 21 and older. in Louisiana, state House committee members gave the green light to a measure that would set up a regulatory framework for marijuana legalization.
[Video] North Carolina Senator's Viral Campaign Ad Highlights Racial Injustice In Cannabis Laws, Ignites Legalization Debate
Explore how North Carolina Senator Meyer uses a viral ad to push for cannabis legalization and address racial disparities in enforcement.
Biden Champions Cannabis Reform And Pardon As Election Pressure Mounts, Marijuana Takes Center Stage
'Predatory Practices' In Missouri, Washington D.C. Mayor Declares 4/20 Tax Holiday On Medical Marijuana And More Cannabis Reg Updates
Massachusetts saw $154 million worth of cannabis products sold in March, representing a 2.3% year-over-year increase, according to the data from the Cannabis Control Commission. The sum included $136.8 million in recreational and $17.2 million in medical cannabis sales.Meanwhile, Washington, D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser (D) has signed into law an initiative enhancing the medical marijuana program by extending the tax holiday from April 15 through April 28, in honor of the 4/20 holiday.The first and only recreational dispensary in North Carolina is set to open on April 20, 2024. The move would follow last year's decision by the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians' (ECBI) members to legalize cannabis for recreational use.Missouri cannabis regulator recently revoked 9 social-equity cannabis licenses of the winners of 48 cannabis microbusiness licenses under Amendment 3, which legalized marijuana in 2022.
This Cannabis Pioneer Is Ramping Up Its Presence In Germany As Weed Legalization Takes Effect
Flora Growth Corp. has been positioning itself on the international cannabis stage for years. The Canadian-based producer of cannabinoid organic oils, infused food, and beverage, pharmaceutical grad, medical, and cosmetic-grade derivatives is serving all 50 U.S. states and 28 countries with over 20,000 points of distribution around the world. The company's latest move to further cement its global footprint comes simultaneously with a new German cannabis law that went into effect this Monday, which partially legalized cannabis. Currently, it allows adults over 18 in Germany can legally possess up to 25 grams of dried cannabis and cultivate up to three marijuana plants at home. Flora Growth, which through its wholly-owned subsidiaries has been active in Germany since 2017, revealed last week its plans to launch a cannabis home grow kit, and start up material seeds and cuttings in the European country as it enters the first phase of new recreational cannabis legalization law. This doesn't come as a surprise considering the cannabis recreational market, as per the company's expectations, has the potential to reach $4.2 billion upon legalization with the total European market forecasted to achieve revenues of $10.2 billion.
John Sinclair, Inspiration To John Lennon And 'Father Of Modern Cannabis Legalization Movement' Dies At 82
John Sinclair, cannabis activist, poet and counterculture figure, died at 82. Imprisoned for marijuana, freed after John Lennon's concert in his honor.
Weed Legalization In Germany Just Took Effect: Here's What You Need To Know
German legalization will one of the many hot topics at the Benzinga Cannabis Capital Conference in Florida on April 16-17.
Pot Predictions: Cannabis And A Recession
A Recession and Cannabis: The push for cannabis legalization in the United States is in full swing. Although the sentiments toward the marijuana industry are currently bullish, many wonder how the burgeoning market will respond to a significant economic slump.
Legal Weed In Ohio Sends Police K9s Into Retirement As They Can't Unlearn Cannabis Detection Skills, Now What?
Nobody who voted for legal weed "intended or knew that this was even going to be a problem for our police departments," state Rep. Sean Brennan said.