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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Feb 24 2025
Nine West Virginia Lawmakers File Legislation to Legalize Cannabis
Today, nine West Virginia lawmakers introduced House Bill 2887, which would legalize recreational cannabis. The bill, led by Delegate Evan Hansen, has been assigned to the House Judiciary Committee for further deliberation. Cosponsors include Delegates Hollis Lewis (D), John Williams (D), Rick Garcia (D), Sean Hornbuckle (D), Kayla Young (D), Mike Pushkin (D), Shawn Fluharty …
Feb 23 2025
Maryland House Committee Approves Bill to Exempt Certain Cannabis Sales From State Tax
House Bill 619 has been approved by the Maryland House Ways and Means Committee, advancing a measure that would exempt certain cannabis transactions from the state’s sales and use tax. The bill, filed by the committee on January 23, would expand an existing tax exemption to include sales between licensed cannabis businesses and registered cannabis …
Feb 23 2025
Washington Bill to Legalize Personal Marijuana Cultivation Set for Second Public Hearing February 25
Legislation to allow personal marijuana cultivation in Washington State is moving forward, with a key public hearing scheduled for February 25 at 1:30 p.m. in the House Appropriations Committee. Approval through this committee would clear the way for a full vote in the House of Representatives. House Bill 1449, introduced by 16 state representatives in …
Feb 23 2025
Study: Psilocybin and MDMA Show Potential for Treating Prolonged Grief Disorder
Psychedelics, particularly psilocybin and MDMA, may be a useful tool in combatting prolonged grief disorder, according to a new study conducted by researchers from Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and the University of Virginia. “Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD) is distinct from yet related to non-pathologic grief, depression, addiction, and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) with …
Feb 22 2025
New Connecticut Bill Would Decriminalize Psilocybin
A bill introduced in the Connecticut General Assembly by would decriminalize possession of small amounts of psilocybin, the psychoactive compound found in magic mushrooms. House Bill 7065, sponsored by the Joint Committee on Judiciary, would remove criminal penalties for individuals found in possession of less than half an ounce of psilocybin. Under the bill, first-time …
Feb 22 2025
Canada: December Breaks Monthly Marijuana Sales Record With CA$499 Million, Bringing 2024 Total to Over CA$5 Billion
There was more marijuana sold legally in December than any month prior in Canada, according to data released by Statistics Canada. In December, Canada generated $499.7 million in marijuana sales, which includes dried marijuana flower in addition to a variety of marijuana products including concentrates, edibles and topicals. December’s sales total brings the 2024 total …
Feb 21 2025
Washington Bill to Allow Direct-to-Consumer Marijuana Sales Approved by Committee
Washington’s Senate Labor & Commerce Committee has given approval to a measure that would allow marijuana producers and processors to sell directly to consumers. Senate Bill 5403 would allow licensed marijuana producers and processors to sell marijuana flower directly to consumers, provided the products are limited to those produced by the licensee. These direct sales …
Feb 21 2025
New Mexico Lawmaker Files Bill to Mandate Medical Cannabis Insurance Coverage
A new bill introduced today in the New Mexico House of Representatives would require insurance coverage for medical cannabis. House Bill 527, sponsored by State Representative Cristina Parajón (D), would require health insurance providers to cover medical marijuana as they do other prescription medications. The legislation, if enacted, would amend the Health Care Purchasing Act, …
Feb 21 2025
Colorado Issues First Licenses for Psilocybin Businesses, Legal Access Expected by Spring
Colorado regulators have issued the first licenses to individuals looking to enter the state’s emerging psilocybin industry. The Department of Revenue’s Natural Medicine Division has approved seven applications for individuals seeking to cultivate psilocybin mushrooms or operate healing centers. The division also granted one license to a local applicant aiming to work in the industry. …
Feb 21 2025
Michigan to Distribute Nearly $100 Million in Marijuana Tax Revenue to 302 Cities and Tribes
Michigan is distributing nearly $100 million to 302 entities and tribes as part of the Michigan Regulation and Taxation of Marijuana Act. A total of 108 cities, 36 villages, 80 townships, and four tribes will receive payments exceeding $58,200 for each licensed retail store and microbusiness within their jurisdictions. The funds are sourced from the …
