Aug 28 2024
In just over two months, on November 5, voters in Florida, South Dakota, North Dakota, and Nebraska will head to the polls to decide the fate of statewide marijuana initiatives that could significantly reshape the legal landscape for cannabis. In Florida, Amendment 3 would legalize recreational marijuana for those 21 and older, who would be …
Aug 27 2024
As research into the marijuana compound delta-9 tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) continues to expand, 2024 has seen several groundbreaking studies showcasing its vast medical potential. 2024 has been a pivotal year for marijuana research, particularly in uncovering the medical potential of compounds like CBD and THC. With that in mind, here is a list of the most …
Aug 27 2024
The global cannabis seeds market was valued at $1.3 billion in 2021 and $1.8 billion in 2023, and it’s projected to reach $6.5 billion by 2031, growing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 18.4% from 2022 to 2031. This is according to a new Cannabis Seeds Market report published by Allied Market Research. …
Aug 27 2024
Trulieve Cannabis Corp., one of the nation’s leading and top-performing cannabis companies, announced a partnership with the Carvana PPA Tour (PPA Tour) and MLP by Margaritaville (MLP) to sponsor premier pickleball events in Arizona, Florida and Georgia. The Professional Pickleball Association stands as the largest professional and amateur pickleball tour in the world, boasting 25 …
Aug 26 2024
Here’s a current and updated list of all marijuana-related bills actively being considered in the United States Congress. Although marijuana is legal for medical use in 38 states, and for recreational use in 24, it remains entirely illegal on the federal level. A bevy of federal legislation to change that is currently alive in the …
Aug 23 2024
Support for federal marijuana banking legislation continues to grow, despite no legislative progress being made since the Senate Banking Committee approved the measure last September. In the US House of Representatives, the SAFE (Secure and Fair Enforcement Banking Act) Banking Act (H.R. 2891) has 129 sponsors, including 102 Democrats and 27 Republicans, making it the …
Aug 19 2024
Since the opening of the first recreational marijuana store in January 2018, California has collected an impressive $6 billion in tax revenue. According to data from the research firm Headset and the California Department of Tax and Fee Administration, licensed marijuana stores recorded over $27 billion in “taxable sales” from 2018 through July of this …
Aug 19 2024
A recent YouGov poll reveals that a significant majority of Americans support expunging the records of those convicted of marijuana-related offenses. The survey, conducted this month, found that 61% of respondents are in favor of clearing the records for individuals with past marijuana charges, reflecting a growing shift in public opinion on drug-related criminal justice …
Aug 19 2024
As November approaches, both North and South Dakota find themselves at pivotal moments in their respective paths toward marijuana legalization. Voters in both states will have the opportunity to decide on measures that would legalize recreational marijuana for everyone 21 and older. In North Dakota, Measure 5 would allow for the possession and use of …
Aug 15 2024
A recent poll conducted by The Tarrance Group shows strong support among likely voters in the key swing states of Michigan, Pennsylvania, and Wisconsin for legalizing marijuana. According to the poll, a significant majority of voters across these states, regardless of political affiliation, are in favor of legalization. Specifically, 64% of voters in Michigan, 58% …
