Anthony Martinelli is Founder and Editor-in-Chief of The Marijuana Herald, a daily marijuana news and information website that launched in 2018. You can reach Anthony at [email protected].
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May 16 2025
Montana Governor Signs HB 932, Expanding Marijuana Tax-Funded Conservation Efforts
Montana Governor Greg Gianforte has signed House Bill 932 into law, marking a major shift in how the state will allocate tens of millions in marijuana tax revenue for conservation. The bill, which takes effect July 1, broadens the scope of projects eligible for funding and creates new pathways for improving wildlife habitat on both …
May 16 2025
Colorado Sends Marijuana Modernization Bill to Governor, Would Double Purchase Limit Among Other Changes
House Bill 1209, a comprehensive marijuana reform measure, has been officially sent to Colorado Governor Jared Polis after receiving final approval from both chambers of the legislature. The bill was signed today by the Speaker of the House and the President of the Senate, following votes last week by both the House and Senate to …
May 16 2025
Utah’s Medical Marijuana Program Passes 100,000 Patients, With Over 1,000 Participating Physicians
Utah’s medical marijuana program has officially surpassed 100,000 registered patients, marking a significant milestone since voters first approved legalization in 2018. According to the Utah Department of Health & Human Services, over 1,000 physicians now participate in the program, and patient enrollment continues to rise. Health officials credit growing public and professional acceptance for the …
May 16 2025
Delaware Senate Confirms Joshua Sanderlin as New Marijuana Commissioner
Joshua Sanderlin has been officially confirmed by the Delaware Senate to serve as the state’s new Marijuana Commissioner, a key step in moving forward the state’s adult-use marijuana program. Sanderlin was confirmed on May 14 with a 19 to 0 vote. Two senators were absent. He was originally nominated in April by Governor Matt Meyer …
May 16 2025
Minnesota Lawmakers Finalize Cannabis Policy Bill as Licensing Rollout Nears
Minnesota lawmakers have finalized an agreement on a cannabis policy bill that includes a series of changes aimed at improving the state’s marijuana laws ahead of the official launch of licensed sales. The revisions were adopted Friday by a joint House and Senate conference committee, with Representative Zack Stephenson (DFL) and Senator D. Scott Dibble …
May 16 2025
New York Bill Would Allow Terminally Ill Patients to Use Medical Marijuana in Health Care Facilities
A bill filed today in the New York State Assembly would explicitly authorize the use of medical marijuana by terminally ill patients in hospitals and nursing homes. Assembly Bill 8469, introduced by Assemblymember Amy Paulin (D), was referred to the Assembly Committee on Health. The measure would create a new section of public health law …
May 16 2025
New York Senator Files Legislation to Ban Cannabis Use and Open Containers in Passenger Areas of Vehicles
A new bill filed yesterday in the New York Senate would make it a traffic infraction to consume or possess open containers of cannabis in the passenger area of motor vehicles. Senate Bill 8865, introduced by Senator James Skoufis (D) and referred to the Senate Transportation Committee, would amend the state’s vehicle and traffic law …
May 16 2025
Study: Cannabinoids in Hemp-Infused Breads Remain Stable Despite Baking Temperatures
A new study published in the journal Food Chemistry found that while baking bread containing hemp seeds significantly alters cannabinoid profiles, the overall cannabinoid content remains relatively stable—suggesting hemp can be safely incorporated into baked goods without exceeding regulatory limits for THC. Researchers from multiple German institutions used a validated HPLC-MS/MS method to analyze 19 …
May 16 2025
Michigan Governor’s Proposed 32% Marijuana Tax Sparks Backlash From Cannabis Industry and Local Officials
Marijuana industry leaders and local officials are pushing back against Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer’s proposal to implement a 32% wholesale tax on marijuana transactions, warning it could devastate an already strained market. The proposal is part of Whitmer’s “MI Road Ahead” infrastructure plan and is projected to generate nearly $470 million annually for roads and …
May 16 2025
DEA Says Drug Cartels “Hide Behind State-by-State Variations in Laws”
The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) says that a patchwork of marijuana legalization laws at the state level is creating opportunities for foreign drug cartels to exploit the system, using state-sanctioned business registrations as a front for illicit operations that involve moving cannabis into states where it remains illegal. The agency’s latest report appears to concede …
