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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Massachusetts Legislative Committee to Hold Public Hearing Tuesday on Twelve Cannabis Bills
The Massachusetts Joint Committee on Cannabis Policy is scheduled to hold a public hearing Tuesday, July 22, to review a dozen marijuana-related bills. The proposals span a wide range of topics, including seed legality, social equity, packaging sustainability, advertising, and labor protections for cannabis workers. The hearing will take place from 10:30 a.m. to 1:00 …
Study: Cannabidiol (CBD) Inhibits Osteosarcoma Growth by Disrupting TNF-α/NF-κB/CCL5 Signaling Pathway
A study published in the journal Phytomedicine “provides the first evidence that CBD inhibits osteosarcoma [a highly aggressive bone cancer] progression by targeting the TNF-α/NF-κB/CCL5 axis, disrupting a coordinated inflammatory-proliferative cascade.” The study, conducted by scientists from multiple departments at Harbin Medical University, including the State Key Laboratory of Frigid Zone Cardiovascular Diseases and the …
Texas Special Legislative Session Begins Monday, Hemp THC Regulations a Key Focus
Texas lawmakers are set to return to the Capitol on Monday, July 21, for a special legislative session with a renewed focus on regulating hemp-derived THC products—an issue Governor Greg Abbott placed front and center in the official agenda. Governor Abbott is calling on the legislature to establish “comprehensive regulations” aimed at hemp-based THC (including …
New Hampshire Legislature Approves Home Marijuana Cultivation for Patients, Sends Bill to Governor Ayotte
[Update: Unfortunately Legiscan did not update their page with the final version of the bill that was approved by both chambers, which removed the cannabis cultivation provision. As such, the legislature did not pass a bill to legalize cannabis cultivation or patients, although they did come close.] Original article: A bill that would allow medical …
California Cannabis Regulators Propose Rule Changes on Cultivation and Sanitation, Public Comments Open Through August 4
California’s Department of Cannabis Control (DCC) has unveiled changes to its proposed cultivation regulations, resuming the public process aimed at updating industry standards and reducing red tape. Public comments on the revised rules are being accepted through August 4, with a virtual hearing scheduled for August 5.
Ohio Marijuana Sales Reach $921 Million Since Launch of Adult-Use Market in August 2024
Ohio’s marijuana industry continues its rapid growth, with updated figures showing over $921 million in total sales since the start of adult-use sales on August 7, 2024. According to the Division of Cannabis Control, between August 7 and July 12, marijuana retailers in Ohio generated $653,066,896 in adult-use sales and $268,597,078 in medical marijuana purchases. …
Study: THC/CBD Spray Shown to Reduce Spasticity in Spinal Cord Injury Patients Unresponsive to Conventional Treatments
Researchers from Fundació Institut Guttmann and Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona have found that a spray containing both THC and CBD can significantly reduce spasticity in individuals with chronic spinal cord injuries (SCI) who haven’t responded to standard therapies. The prospective, observational study involved adults over 18 with chronic SCI and moderate to severe spasticity. Participants …
Missouri Cannabis Regulators Revoke Manufacturing Facility License, C & C Manufacturing, LLC
The Missouri Division of Cannabis Regulation (DCR) has revoked the marijuana manufacturing license of C & C Manufacturing, LLC, MAN000105 (C&C) in Springfield today, “In order to ensure the health and safety of Missourians and the integrity of Missouri’s voter-approved regulatory program for cannabis.” DCR conducted an investigation of C&C that led to several administrative …
U.S. Senate Schedules July 21 Cloture Vote on Terrance Cole’s Nomination to Lead DEA
The U.S. Senate is set to take a key procedural vote on the nomination of Terrance Cole to serve as Administrator of the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) next week. According to an announcement by the Senate Republican Cloakroom, a roll call vote to invoke cloture on Cole’s nomination is scheduled for 5:30 p.m. on Monday, …
Minnesota to Hold Second Cannabis Retail Lottery July 22
Minnesota’s Office of Cannabis Management (OCM) will hold a second lottery for marijuana retail licenses on Tuesday, July 22, with a focus on Social Equity Applicants who were not selected in the state’s initial drawing last month. The lottery is scheduled to begin at 3 p.m. and will be streamed live on the OCM’s official …
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