Anthony Martinelli

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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New Jersey: Marijuana Job Fair Being Held October 11 By Union County Commissioners

The 2023 Cannabis Job Fair will take place in Union County, New Jersey on Wednesday, October 11. The fair, taking place at 40 West Jersey Street, Elizabeth, New Jersey in room 519 of the Kellogg Building (Union College), is being put on in a collaboration between the Union County Board of County Commissioners, the Elizabeth …

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North Carolina Governor Likely to Sign Kratom and Hemp Bill Into Law

A North Carolina bill that would regulate the sale of kratom and products made from hemp is likely to become law this year. A spokesperson for Governor Cooper says he will likely sign House Bill 563 into law if given the opportunity. The proposal was passed unanimously through House of Representatives recently in a 110 …

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US Senate Committee to Vote Tomorrow on Marijuana Banking Bill

Tomorrow, September 27, the US Senate Banking Committee will vote on a groundbreaking piece of legislation that will allow marijuana businesses that are legal under state law to more easily access banks and other financial services. The SAFER Banking Act (S.2860) would provide federal protections for banks, credit unions and other financial institutions accepting deposits, …

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Alaska: Starting October 8 Marijuana Businesses Can Advertise, Give Free Samples

A law allowing marijuana retail outlets in Alaska to give free samples and advertise their business goes into effect soon. Signed into law by Lt. Governor Nancy Dahlstrom on September 8, the new law goes into effect on October 8. The new removes a law prohibiting marijuana businesses from purchasing advertising for their company. Although …

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A Look at the YLLVape Angus Vaporizer

If you’re a cannabis connoisseur looking for a top-notch vaporizer that can deliver a smooth, flavorful hit with every puff, you may want to consider the YLLVape Angus Vaporizer. Utilizing a halogen bulb and a high-grade thermoplastic called PEEK, this sleek and powerful device has been making waves in the cannabis community, with many users …

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Report: Marijuana Cultivation and Processing Market to Grow from $32 Billion Now, to $95 Billion in 2030

According to a new report conducted by RationalStat, the global market for growing and processing marijuana is around $32 billion. The report estimates that the market will triple to reach a valuation of nearly $100 billion by 2023. This would mark a compound annual growth rate of over 16%. “The factors contributing to the growth …

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President Biden Says No One Should Be In Prison for Marijuana Possession or Use

At a recent event President Biden emphasized the actions he has taken towards reforming our marijuana laws while working to help remedy some of the negative consequences associated with prohibition. “I’m keeping my promise that no one – no one – should be in jail merely for the use or possession of marijuana” said President …

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National Conference Of State Legislatures Endorses Federal Marijuana Banking Bill

The CEO of the National Conference of State Legislatures (NCSL) has sent a letter to Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer and Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell urging them to pass the Secure and Fair Enforcement Regulation (SAFER) Banking Act. “Our current system relies on cash-only cannabis transactions, increasing the real risk that these cannabis businesses …

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Michigan: Starting October 1 Potential Government Employees Will No Longer Be Tested for Marijuana

Starting October 1 Michigan will no longer test potential government employees for marijuana. The Michigan government employs nearly 50,000 people, and roughly two-thirds of these positions will no  test those seeking employment for marijuana use. This is due to a rules change made this summer by the Michigan Civil Service Commission, which unanimously approved the …

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New Jersey City Must Reinstate and Give Backpay to Second Officer Fired Over Marijuana

The Jersey City Police Department must reinstate a second officer fired over marijuana, according to a new ruling. The New Jersey Civil Service Commission has ordered the Jersey City Police Department to reinstate Omar Polanco, who was fired in March for his off-the-job marijuana use. The decision affirms a ruling by the Office of Administrative …

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