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US Senate Confirms Tulsi Gabbard as Director of National Intelligence

The United States Senate has confirmed former congressmember Tulsi Gabbard as the new Director of National Intelligence. Gabbard, a former representative from Hawaii and an Iraq War veteran, has long been outspoken on issues of personal freedom, including marijuana legalization. She has consistently supported allowing adults to use marijuana without criminal penalties, arguing that the …

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New Mexico Senate Committee Unanimously Approves Bill to Establish Medical Psilocybin Program

An important Senate committee in New Mexico has unanimously advanced legislation to create a program for the medicinal use of psilocybin. The Senate Tax, Business and Transportation Committee has voted 10 to 0 to pass Senate Bill 219, the Medical Psilocybin Act, which would allow those in New Mexico to receive psilocybin-assisted treatment for certain …

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Bipartisan Maine Bill Would Exempt Patients From Marijuana Tax

Legislation to make medical marijuana tax-free was filed today in the Maine Legislature. House Bill 544 was filed by State Representatives Ann Fredericks (R), Rachel Henderson (R), and Craig Hickman (D). It’s been referred to the House Taxation Committee. Under current law, recreational marijuana sales are taxed at 10%, with an additional 8% excise tax …

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New Hampshire Committee Unanimously Approves Bill to Clear Past Marijuana Convictions

A bill to allow individuals with past marijuana-related offenses to petition for annulment of their records has been approved by a key New Hampshire committee. The New Hampshire House Criminal Justice and Public Safety Committee unanimously (13 to 0) approved House Bill 196 today. The proposal was introduced in January by a bipartisan group of …

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Washington State Has Nearly 500 Licensed Marijuana Stores, 800 Licensed Producers and Processors

Washington State has nearly 800 licensed producers and processors, and nearly 500 retailers. Yesterday, the Washington Liquor and Cannabis Board gave a presentation on marijuana licensing to the Senate Labor and Commerce Committee. The presentation showed that there is currently 794 active producer and processor licenses, in addition to 471 active retail licenses. Washington legalized marijuana …

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Delaware’s Recreational Marijuana Market Moves Forward with Legislative Updates and Lottery Process

Delaware’s recreational marijuana market is “advancing in accordance with legislative mandates, following essential updates and a rigorous licensing process”, according to a press release. In 2023, Delaware enacted legislation legalizing an adult-use recreational marijuana market and outlining a structured system for cultivators, manufacturers, retailers, and testing laboratories, with a strong emphasis on social equity applicants. …

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Washington State Generates $98 Million in Marijuana Sales in January, Costs Hit Record Lows

In January, licensed marijuana stores in Washington State generated nearly $100 million in sales. New data released by the Seattle-based research firm Headset shows that there was $98.86 million in marijuana sales in January, on par with the $99.5 million sold in January 2024. In 2024, the state generated $1.13 billion in marijuana sales, resulting …

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Maryland Legislation to Ease Security Guard Regulations for Marijuana Businesses Given Approval by Senate

Today, Senate Bill 299 was passed through its second reading in the Maryland Senate, moving one step closer to becoming law. A third and final reading is expected soon. The legislation, introduced on January 10 by State Senators Mary Carozza (R) and Brian Feldman (D), would eliminate certain background check requirements for security guards working …

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Marc Fogel, U.S. Citizen Jailed 14 Years in Russia for Medical Marijuana, Freed After Trump Envoy Visit

Marc Fogel, an American teacher sentenced to 14 years for possessing medical marijuana, has been freed. Marc Fogel. “Today, President Donald J. Trump and his Special Envoy Steve Witkoff are able to announce that Mr. Witkoff is leaving Russian airspace with Marc Fogel, an American who was detained by Russia,” said White House national security …

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President Trump Nominates Terrance Cole to Lead DEA

President Donald Trump has nominated Terrance C. “Terry” Cole to serve as the next administrator of the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), replacing Acting Administrator Derek Maltz. Cole, a seasoned law enforcement professional with over 28 years of experience, including 22 years at the DEA, has held numerous leadership roles within the agency. He currently serves …

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