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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Jan 13 2025
New Washington Senate Bill Proposes Changes to Marijuana Advertising Rules
Washington State Senator Drew MacEwen (R) has introduced Senate Bill 5206, a proposal seeking to amend the state’s marijuana retailer advertising regulations. The legislation, which has been referred to the Senate Labor & Commerce Committee for consideration, outlines significant modifications to advertising restrictions for licensed cannabis businesses. These changes primarily address signage, advertising content, and …
Jan 13 2025
New Mexico’s Marijuana Industry Generates $48 Million in Sales in December, Bringing 2024 Total to $540 Million, All-Time Total $1.5 Billion
New Mexico’s legal marijuana market generated over $48 million in sales in December, bringing the 2024 total to well above $500 million, according to data released today by the New Mexico Regulation & Licensing Department. In total, there was $48,721,851.36 worth of marijuana sold via licensed retail outlets and dispensaries in December, spread across 1,177,712 …
Jan 13 2025
New York Senate Rules Committee Passes Bill Addressing Cannabis Showcase Events
New York legislation to update the state’s laws around cannabis showcase events has successfully passed the Senate Rules Committee and been ordered directly to a third and final reading by the full Senate. Senate Bill 818, filed by Senator Michelle Hinchey, introduces a framework for temporary “pop-up” events, where licensed businesses can promote their products. …
Jan 13 2025
DEA Marijuana Rescheduling Hearings Cancelled
DEA Administrative Law Judge John Mulrooney has canceled a series of marijuana rescheduling hearings, scheduled to start January 21 and run through March 6, halting proceedings for at least three months. This decision stems from allegations of improper conduct by DEA Administrator Anne Milgram and other officials, though Mulrooney ultimately rejected calls to remove the …
Jan 13 2025
Florida Court Rules Police Can’t Use Canine Alerts as Probable Cause for Vehicle Searches
Florida’s 5th District Court of Appeal has ruled that law enforcement officers cannot conduct warrantless vehicle searches solely based on alerts from trained police dogs. The decision highlights the inability of drug-sniffing dogs to differentiate between legal and illegal cannabis products, such as medical marijuana and hemp-derived products. Judges noted that during a vehicle search …
Jan 13 2025
Report: Marijuana Market Anticipated to be Worth $73.6 Billion by 2032
The global marijuana market is poised for unprecedented growth, according to a newly released report. The report, conducted by WiseGuy Reports, highlights the industry’s projected expansion from $24.6 billion in 2024 to a staggering $73.6 billion by 2032, reflecting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 14.68% during the forecast period. In 2023, the market …
Jan 13 2025
DEA Judge Criticizes Government for Failing to Follow Rules in Marijuana Rescheduling Case
Today, Chief Administrative Law Judge John J. Mulrooney II issued a scathing order criticizing the U.S. government for failing to comply with procedural directives in its submission of evidence. The order, tied to the potential rescheduling of marijuana, was filed under DEA Docket No. 1362 and stems from the government’s submission of a compact disc …
Jan 13 2025
Washington House Committee Schedules Public Hearing on Marijuana Workers’ Collective Bargaining Bill
Legislation to establish collective bargaining rights for marijuana workers is moving forward in the Washington State House of Representatives, with House Bill 1141 scheduled for a public hearing. The hearing is set for January 15 at 8 a.m. in the House Committee on Labor & Workplace Standards, a necessary step before the committee can vote …
Jan 13 2025
Washington Bill to Shift Marijuana Licensing to Department of Agriculture Set for Public Hearing January 17
Legislation in Washington State that would shift marijuana licensing responsibilities to the Department of Agriculture has been scheduled for a public hearing. House Bill 1067 will be discussed by the House Committee on Consumer Protection & Business and members of the public on January 17 at 8 am. The bill proposes transferring licensing and regulatory …
Jan 13 2025
Minnesota Office of Cannabis Management Opens Public Comment Period On Draft Cannabis Rules
The Minnesota Office of Cannabis Management (OCM) announced today it has published a notice of intent to adopt expedited rules and has opened a 30-day public comment period. Members of the public can submit formal comment starting today, January 13, on draft rules that will complete the regulatory framework for Minnesota’s new cannabis industry. A …
