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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Apr 03 2025
Florida House Committee Unanimously Approves Bill to Make Medical Marijuana Cards Free for Veterans
In a unanimous 16 to 0 vote, Florida’s House Health Professions & Programs Subcommittee today approved a bill that would make medical marijuana cards free for veterans and extend the validity of all cards from one year to two. House Bill 555 is designed to ease access to medical marijuana for veterans, and make the …
Apr 03 2025
New York Launches Cannabis Responsible Workforce Training Program
The New York State Office of Cannabis Management (OCM) and the New York State Department of Labor (NYSDOL) today announced the launch of the Responsible Workforce Training Program, a “critical initiative aimed at providing comprehensive safety education to workers in the cannabis industry.” New York is the first state to require and develop Cannabis Product Safety and Responsibility and Cannabis …
Apr 03 2025
Michigan: Over $750 Million in Legal Marijuana Sold So Far in 2025, Garnering $120 Million in Tax Revenue
Michigan marijuana sales reached $267.7 million in March, pushing the state’s total for 2025 past $750 million in just three months. According to data released by the research firm Headset, the March total marks a 10% increase from February’s $242 million and an 8% rise from January’s $247 million. Adult-use marijuana continues to account for …
Apr 03 2025
Minnesota Senate Committee Approves Omnibus Cannabis Policy Bill
Minnesota’s Senate Commerce and Consumer Protection Committee gave approval today to the Omnibus Cannabis Policy Bill (Senate File 2370), a detailed proposal that would make several alterations to the state’s legal marijuana industry. Introduced earlier this month by Senator David Dibble (D), this comprehensive legislation would address various aspects of the state’s evolving cannabis industry, …
Apr 03 2025
President Trump’s Tariffs Expected to Increase Cannabis Prices
Tariffs imposed worldwide by President Donald Trump on Wednesday are likely to increase the cost of cannabis products in the U.S., as many firms rely on products from Asia for manufacturing. The latest tariffs, which are immediate, stack up on any duties imposed earlier on countries like China, Canada, Mexico and the EU. Items such …
Apr 03 2025
ZAM Grinders Introduces the 2.5” 3-Piece Stainless Steel Herb Grinder
By ZAM Grinders ZAM Grinders, a leading manufacturer of premium grinders, is excited to unveil its latest product: the big 2.5” 3-Piece Stainless Steel Herb Grinder. Designed for those who demand precision, durability, and an exceptional grinding experience, this is yet another addition to ZAM’s collection of premium stainless steel grinders. The ZAM 2.5” 3-Piece …
Apr 03 2025
New Mexico Governor Has Until April 11 to Decide Fate of Medical Psilocybin Act
New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham has until April 11 to either sign or veto legislation that would legalize medical psilocybin, or allow it to become law without her signature. The Medical Psilocybin Act, Senate Bill 219, cleared the House in a 56 to 8 vote after previously passing the Senate 33 to 4. Sponsored …
Apr 03 2025
Florida Medical Cannabis Sales Top $162 Million in March
In Florida, medical cannabis patients purchased over $162 million worth of product in March, bringing the state’s 2025 total to around $450 million. According to data released today by the research firm Headset, Florida’s medical cannabis industry generated $162,994,063 in total sales in March, a slight decrease from the $172 million sold in March. The …
Apr 02 2025
Rhode Island’s Legal Marijuana Market Generated $28 Million in Sales in First Three Months of 2025, Resulting in Nearly $5 Million in Taxes
Rhode Island’s legal marijuana industry brought in over $28 million in sales during the first quarter of 2025, according to data released by the state Department of Business Regulation. In March alone, licensed retailers recorded $9.75 million in total marijuana sales. Of that amount, $8.07 million came from adult-use purchases, while $1.68 million was attributed …
Apr 02 2025
Michigan Supreme Court Rules Smell of Marijuana Alone Doesn’t Justify Vehicle Searches
The Michigan Supreme Court has ruled that the smell of marijuana, by itself, no longer provides probable cause for law enforcement to search a vehicle, effectively overturning a 25-year-old precedent. In a 5-1 decision issued Wednesday, the court sided with defendant Jeffery Armstrong, who was charged in 2020 after Detroit police searched a Jeep Cherokee …
