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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Mar 17 2025
North Carolina Lawmakers File Bill to Legalize Marijuana
A coalition of six North Carolina lawmakers, led by State Representative Jordan Lopez (D), introduced House Bill 413 today, which would legalize and regulate marijuana across the state. The Marijuana Legalization and Reinvestment Act would allow those 21 and older to possess, cultivate, and purchase marijuana while implementing a licensed regulatory system for production and …
Mar 17 2025
New Mexico House Committee Approves Senate-Backed Bill to Legalize Medical Psilocybin
The New Mexico House Health & Human Services Committee has approved legislation that would legalize medical psilocybin, advancing the bill to the full House for consideration. The committee voted 8 to 1 today in favor of Senate Bill 219, the Medical Psilocybin Act. The measure previously cleared the Senate with a 33 to 4 vote …
Mar 16 2025
Montana Lawmakers Move Forward With Measure to Restrict Recreational Marijuana Law
A Montana bill that would impose new restrictions on the state’s recreational marijuana market is advancing in the legislature. House Bill 636, which passed the full House in an 84 to 15 vote last week, was referred on Friday to the Senate Business, Labor, and Economic Affairs Committee for further consideration. The bill, introduced by …
Mar 16 2025
Washington Senate Passes Bill Adjusting Distance Rules for Social Equity Marijuana Retail Outlets
The Washington Senate has voted 31 to 17 to pass Substitute Senate Bill 5758, which modifies distance requirements for social equity marijuana retailers. The bill, introduced by State Senator Rebecca Saldaña (D), is an attempt to support businesses owned by individuals disproportionately affected by past marijuana prohibition policies. The measure was approved by the Senate …
Mar 16 2025
Maine Marijuana Sales Total $17.8 Million in February, Over 338,000 Transactions
Maine’s legal marijuana market recorded over $17.8 million in sales in February. Licensed marijuana retailers in Maine reported $17,821,252 in total sales across 338,052 transactions, according to data from the Maine Office of Cannabis Policy. Of that total, $10,082,571 came from “usable marijuana” (flower, pre-rolls, and shake/trim), $5,055,457 from concentrates, and $2,679,703 from infused products …
Mar 15 2025
South Africa Bans Cannabis-Infused Foods, Including Hemp Oil, Sparking Industry Backlash
South Africa’s cannabis industry is reeling after Health Minister Aaron Motsoaledi quietly enacted regulations banning the sale, production, and importation of cannabis-infused food products. The new rules, published by the government on March 7, 2025, have blindsided businesses and consumers alike, effectively outlawing hemp seed oil, hemp flour, and THC-infused edibles. The move comes just …
Mar 15 2025
Texas Senator Files Bill to Mandate Study of MDMA, Psilocybin and Ketamine for Treating PTSD and Depression, Companion Measure Already Filed in House
Legislation has been introduced in the Texas Senate to require state health officials to study the use of MDMA, psilocybin, and ketamine as treatments for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and depression. Senate Bill 3005 was filed yesterday with the exact language as House Bill 4014, which was introduced by State Representative John Bucy (R) last …
Mar 14 2025
Michigan: $242 Million in February Marijuana Sales, Price Per Ounce Drops to All-Time Low of $65
There was over $240 million worth of marijuana sold legally in Michigan in February, as prices dropped to a new all-time low. In February, according to data released today by the state’s Cannabis Regulatory Agency (CRA), there was $241,295,133.97 worth of adult-use marijuana and marijuana products sold, in addition to $631,498.46 worth of medical marijuana. …
Mar 14 2025
Washington Senate Passes Bill Expanding Marijuana Retail Signage
The Washington Senate has passed Senate Bill 5206 in a 39 to 9 vote, advancing the measure to the House Consumer Protection & Business Committee for further consideration. Sponsored by Senators Drew MacEwen (R), Chris Gildon (R), and Derek Stanford (D), the legislation would modify the state’s marijuana advertising regulations by allowing licensed retailers to …
Mar 14 2025
Maryland Senate Committee Approves Bill to Protect Fire and Rescue Workers From Employment Penalties for Medical Marijuana
The Maryland Senate Finance Committee has passed legislation to protect fire and rescue workers from employment penalties for medical marijuana use. Filed by Senator Carl Jackson (D), Senate Bill 1023 would prohibit employers from taking adverse actions against fire and rescue public safety employees who are certified medical marijuana patients. If enacted, SB 1023 would …
