Anthony Martinelli is founder and Editor-in-Chief of The Marijuana Herald. Anthony previously served as Editor-in-Chief of TheJointBlog.com, and he has worked as a campaign manager and communications director for multiple political campaigns and elected officials. You can reach Anthony at Info@TheMarijuanaHerald.com.
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Texas Senate Committee to Hold Public Hearing July 22 on Bill That Would Ban Most Hemp-Derived THC Products
Senate Bill 5, legislation that would effectively ban the sale of most hemp-derived THC products in Texas, is scheduled for a public hearing Tuesday, July 22 at 9 a.m. in the Senate State Affairs Committee. The measure, filed at the start of the special legislative session by State Senator Charles Perry (R), would outlaw the …
U.S. Senate Advances Nomination of Terrence Cole as DEA Administrator
The U.S. Senate has approved a cloture motion to advance the nomination of Terrance Cole as Administrator of the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), clearing a major procedural hurdle over five months after Cole’s initial nomination. The 44 to 43 vote, held Monday evening, allows the Senate to move toward a final confirmation vote, which has …
Texas Lawmakers Introduce Special Session Bill that Would Ban Most Hemp-Derived THC Products, Regulate Other Hemp Products
Texas lawmakers kicked off their special legislative session Monday with the filing of Senate Bill 5, a measure that would dramatically tighten regulations on hemp-derived products, effectively banning the sale of anything containing cannabinoids other than cannabidiol (CBD) or cannabigerol (CBG). The legislation, sponsored by State Senator Charles Perry (R), would prohibit the manufacture, sale, …
Germany Officials Approve 293 Cannabis Clubs
A year after Germany legalized marijuana for personal use and cultivation, nearly 300 cannabis clubs have received government approval to operate under the country’s new regulatory system. According to a nationwide survey of state regulatory offices, 293 cannabis cultivation associations—commonly referred to as cannabis clubs—have been approved since the Cannabis Act took effect on April …
North Dakota’s New Medical Marijuana Edibles Law Takes Effect August 1
Starting August 1, medical marijuana patients in North Dakota will be able to access regulated edible products, following the signing of House Bill 1203 by Governor Kelly Armstrong in April. The new law adds edibles—specifically lozenges and geometric-shaped items like bars and chews—to the state’s medical marijuana program, while imposing strict production and packaging standards …
Study: Strong Majority of IBD Patients Believe Cannabis and CBD Oil Help Manage Symptoms
A strong majority of people with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) believe cannabis and CBD oil provide meaningful symptom relief, according to a new study published in the journal Academic Medicine. Researchers from Case Western Reserve University and affiliated institutions surveyed 139 individuals, including 93 IBD patients and 33 without the condition. Over half of IBD …
Oregon Cannabis Cafe Initiative Clears First Hurdle, Ballot Title Expected July 23
Oregon officials have confirmed that proponents of the Cannabis Social Lounge Act have submitted the required number of valid signatures to receive a ballot title, a key step toward putting the proposal to a vote in 2026. The Oregon Elections Division has certified that Initiative Petition 2026-040 has received the required number of valid sponsorship …
Study: CBD Shown to Ease Parkinson’s Treatment Side Effects Without Reducing Benefits
A new study published in the journal Progress in Neuro-Psychopharmacology and Biological Psychiatry found that cannabidiol (CBD), along with its fluorinated derivative PECS-101, can significantly reduce L-DOPA-induced dyskinesia (LID) in an animal model of Parkinson’s disease—without diminishing the motor benefits of L-DOPA. “Despite the widespread use of L-3,4-dihydroxyphenylalanine (L-DOPA) as the gold standard for dopamine …
Colorado Collected $115 Million in Cannabis Taxes and Fees for First Half of 2025
Colorado brought in $19,639,293 in marijuana taxes and fees in June, bringing the state’s total marijuana-related revenue for the first half of 2025 to $115,100,895. According to data released by the Colorado Department of Revenue, of the revenue collected in June, $18,859,895 came from taxes, while $779,399 was generated from licensing and regulatory fees. The …
Here’s Where All 38 Medical Cannabis Dispensaries Are Located in Arkansas
Medical marijuana has been available in Arkansas for several years, with licensed dispensaries operating across all corners of the state. As of the most recent update, Arkansas is home to 38 state-sanctioned medical marijuana dispensaries, spanning eight designated geographic zones. These dispensaries serve the state’s more than 100,000 active medical marijuana patients, providing access to …
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