Anthony Martinelli is founder and Editor-in-Chief of The Marijuana Herald. Anthony previously served as Editor-in-Chief of TheJointBlog.com (a cannabis news site he founded in 2011 and sold in 2019), and he has worked as a campaign manager and communications director for multiple political campaigns and elected officials. Anthony can be reached at Info@TheMarijuanaHerald.com.
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Mississippi Senator Files Companion Bill to Decriminalize First-Time Marijuana Possession
A companion bill to legislation filed last week in the Mississippi House that would decriminalize first-time marijuana possession was introduced today in the state Senate.
Oklahoma Medical Marijuana Program Reports 319,965 Active Patients and 4,500 Licensed Businesses
According to a new report released by the Oklahoma Medical Marijuana Authority, the state now has 319,965 active medical cannabis patients and over 4,500 active cannabis business licenses (including over 1,450 dispensaries).
Florida Medical Marijuana Program Reaches 740 Dispensaries
Florida’s medical marijuana program has grown to 740 authorized dispensing locations statewide, according to a new weekly report released by the Florida Department of Health’s Office of Medical Marijuana Use. The update also shows the state’s patient count continuing to climb, reaching 931,653 registered medical marijuana patients (an increase of around 1,000 from mid-December).
Safe Harbor Expands Into Cannabis Insurance Through New Industry Partnerships
Safe Harbor Financial Services announced Wednesday that it is expanding its client offerings to include cannabis-specific insurance solutions, marking a notable broadening of the company’s platform beyond banking and lending services.
Virginia Lawmaker Files Bill to Legalize Licensed Recreational Cannabis Sales, Increase Possession Limit
Legislation filed today in the Virginia House of Delegates by Delegate Paul Krizek (D) would create a comprehensive framework for legal adult-use marijuana sales, in addition to increasing the legal possession limit from one ounce to 2.5 ounces. Committee referral for the measure is pending.
New Jersey Bill Would Create State-Funded Subsidy to Cut Medical Marijuana Costs for Medicaid Patients
A new bill filed today in the New Jersey Senate would establish a state-run subsidy program designed to lower the cost of medical marijuana for low-income patients enrolled in Medicaid or NJ FamilyCare.
Survey Finds 59% of Indiana Voters Support Legalizing Recreational Cannabis, 84% Support Medical
Support for legal marijuana continues to grow in Indiana, according to new findings from the 2025 Hoosier Survey conducted by the Bowen Center for Public Affairs at Ball State University.
Washington Bill Would Replace 37% Marijuana Excise Tax With Weight- and Potency-Based Rates
A new bill filed today by State Representative Kristine Reeves (D) would overhaul how marijuana is taxed in Washington, eliminating the state’s current retail excise tax and replacing it with a system based on product weight and THC content.
Legal Cannabis Sales in U.S. Pass $2.3 Billion in December, $27 Billion in 2025
According to an analysis of state sales data conducted by The Marijuana Herald, legal marijuana sales across the United States passed $2.3 Billion in December, bringing 2025’s total to $27 billion.
Gelteq Reports Preclinical Results Showing Oral Gel Boosts CBD Absorption
Gelteq Limited says a recent preclinical study found its proprietary oral gel delivery platform significantly increased the absorption and bioavailability of cannabidiol compared to an existing FDA-approved oil-based product, even when using a much lower CBD concentration.
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