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 Info@TheMarijuanaHerald.com.
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May 17 2025
Nevada: Assembly Committee Approves Senate-Backed Psychedelics Resolution
The Nevada Assembly’s Legislative Operations and Elections Committee has passed a Senate-approved resolution urging U.S. Congress to reschedule certain psychedelics and increase federal research. Senate Joint Resolution 10 was given approval by the Senate last month. With approval through the Legislative Operations and Elections Committee, it now advances to a vote of the full Assembly. …
May 17 2025
Study: CBD-Infused Hydrogel Contact Lenses Aid Corneal Burn Recovery by Regulating pH and Reducing Inflammation
Researchers from South China Agricultural University have developed a novel hydrogel contact lens that releases cannabidiol (CBD) and citric acid in response to alkaline conditions, offering a promising new approach to treating corneal alkali burns (CAB). The research is presented in a new study published yesterday by the Journal of Controlled Release. As noted by …
May 16 2025
Portland Holds First Cannabis Safety Forum as Businesses Report Crime Surge
Officials in Portland, Oregon met with marijuana business owners Friday for the city’s first-ever cannabis public safety forum, addressing a spike in crime that industry leaders say threatens their survival. Christina Coursey, Portland’s cannabis and liquor program manager, said more than 350 licensed marijuana businesses operate within city limits. Since February 2020, Portland has seen …
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
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 …
