Missouri to License 48 Lucky New Cannabis Microbusinesses via Lottery for Social Equity
The Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services will award 48 licenses in cannabis microbusinesses lottery The licensing of these new cannabis microbusinesses will promote the participation of marginalized or underrepresented individuals in the legal marijuana market. The state of Missouri is taking a step towards promoting inclusivity and diversity in the cannabis industry by […]
Republican Senators Block Veterans’ Access to Cannabis Research
Republican senators block Veteran-focused bill allowing research into the potential benefits of cannabis for those who have served. Republican senators recently blocked a bill that would have allowed research into the potential benefits of cannabis for military veterans. The proposed legislation, introduced by Democratic Senator Brian Schatz of Hawaii, had passed the House of Representatives […]
Oregon’s Marijuana Laws Need Overhaul, Audit Finds
An audit by the Oregon Liquor and Cannabis Commission (OLCC) has identified deficiencies in the state of Oregon’s marijuana laws, which were written with the goal of preventing federal intervention. The Oregon Liquor and Cannabis Commission (OLCC) has released an audit that calls for a complete overhaul of the state’s outdated marijuana laws. These laws […]
Texas House Passes Bill to Reduce Penalties for Cannabis
The Texas House has passed a bill aimed at reducing penalties for cannabis possession. If signed into law, it could provide relief for those disproportionately affected by drug laws. The Texas House of Representatives has recently passed a bill aimed at reducing the penalties for cannabis possession. The legislation would make possession of one ounce […]
Oregon Secretary of State Ends Controversial Cannabis Consulting Contract
Oregon Secretary of State Shemia Fagan has found herself embroiled in a controversy over a cannabis consulting contract awarded to the Oregon Cannabis Association. The contract was intended to provide advice on proposed legislation and regulatory issues related to the state’s cannabis industry. The decision to award the contract to the Oregon Cannabis Association was […]
Recap: Trap Nights April
Trap Culture’s April installment of Trap Nights, Dubbed Four Twenty Too, a Chance to Get High Again! MESA, Ariz.—On April 22, Trap Culture hosted the third installment of their recurring “Trap Nights” series at the SoHo Lounge in Mesa, Arizona. The event, which was dubbed “Four Twenty Too,” featured a variety of vendors from the […]
Former Michigan Marijuana Regulator Pleads Guilty to Bribery Charges
Former director and Michigan Marijuana Regulator, Rick Johnson, has pleaded guilty to bribery charges involving a dispensary owner. The case highlights the need for increased oversight and regulation of the cannabis industry. The former director of Michigan’s Marijuana Regulatory Agency, Rick Johnson, has recently pleaded guilty to extortion and conspiracy to commit extortion charges after […]
Cannabis Vaporizer Makers Score Victory in Patent Dispute
The US Court of Appeals has upheld a ruling that ends a patent dispute involving Brass Knuckles, effectively ending a lawsuit against other vaporizer companies. Cannabis vaporizer manufacturers have won a significant victory in an ongoing patent dispute. The US Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit has upheld a lower court ruling that a […]
Cannabis Brand Tilray Makes List of Largest Craft Brewers in the US
Cannabis producer Tilray has been named as one of the largest craft brewers in the US, according to a recent report. The company’s inclusion on the list highlights the growing overlap between the cannabis and craft brewers. Tilray, one of the world’s largest cannabis producers, has been recognized by the Brewers Association as one of […]
Louisiana Lawmakers Reject Marijuana Legalization Bill
Despite growing national support for legalizing adult-use marijuana, Louisiana lawmakers blocked a bill that would have allowed recreational use of cannabis. Louisiana lawmakers have blocked efforts to legalize adult-use marijuana in the state, despite growing support for legalization nationwide. The bill, which would have allowed adults over 21 to possess and purchase cannabis for recreational […]
Twitter Loosens Cannabis Advertising Rules, Expands to New Markets
Twitter has announced new changes to its policies for cannabis companies in the US, allowing for more marketing opportunities and expansion to new markets through cannabis advertising. Twitter has announced that it will be making further changes to its advertising policies for cannabis companies operating in the United States. The move comes as the cannabis […]
Trulieve Opens Georgia’s First Medical Marijuana Dispensary, Expanding Access to Patients
Trulieve, a Florida-based medical cannabis company, has announced the opening of Georgia’s first medical marijuana dispensary. The new dispensary, located in the city of Commerce, will offer a wide range of medical cannabis products to patients with qualifying medical conditions. Trulieve’s expansion into Georgia is a significant development for the state’s medical cannabis patients, who […]