The Minnesota Senate has approved an omnibus marijuana bill that would make a wide range of changes to the state’s legal marijuana system, including new licensing rules, updated local control provisions, expanded labeling requirements and a new process tied to psilocybin policy. Senate File 4401, sponsored by State Senator David Dibble (D) and State Senator …
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U.S. House Rules Committee Approves Allowing VA Doctors to Recommend Medical Marijuana to Veterans
A proposal allowing veterans to receive medical marijuana recommendations from their Department of Veterans Affairs doctors is set for consideration by the full House after being cleared by the House Rules Committee. The amendment, filed by U.S. Representatives Brian Mast (R), Dave Joyce (R) and Dina Titus (D), would block the VA from using funds …
California Assembly Passes Bill to Allow Drive-Thru Marijuana Sales, Sending It to Senate
The California Assembly has given approval to legislation that would allow licensed marijuana retailers to serve customers through drive-thru windows, advancing the proposal to the Senate. Assembly Bill 2697, introduced by Assemblymember Gail Pellerin (D), was passed by the full Assembly in a 55 to 9 vote. The measure would allow local governments to authorize …
Indiana Republican Senator Preparing 2027 Bill to Legalize Medical Marijuana
State Senator Mike Bohacek (R) says he’s preparing legislation for the 2027 session that would legalize medical marijuana in Indiana, one of just 10 states that have yet to do so. “In light of the governor’s openness to consider legislation regarding the legalization of marijuana, we need to consider a feasible marijuana policy that would …
New Hampshire Legislature Approves Bill Allowing Medical Marijuana Operators to Use Greenhouse Cultivation
New Hampshire legislation that would allow medical marijuana alternative treatment centers to operate greenhouse cultivation locations has been given approval by the state’s legislature and will soon be sent to Governor Kelly Ayotte. The House adopted an “ought to pass” motion for Senate Bill 468 by voice vote, moving the measure forward after it previously …
Massachusetts Committee Takes No Action on Initiative to Repeal Legal Marijuana Sales, Supporters Now Face Final Signature Push
A Massachusetts legislative committee has taken no action on an initiative backed by prohibitionists that would repeal the state’s adult-use marijuana market, allowing supporters of the measure to move toward a second round of signature gathering for the November ballot. The Special Joint Committee on Initiative Petitions recommended “no action” on House Bill 5002, titled …
Colorado House Passes Bill to Allow Temporary Marijuana Hospitality Events
Colorado’s House of Representatives voted 33 to 31 yesterday to pass legislation that would allow licensed marijuana hospitality businesses to host temporary events where adults could legally consume marijuana. House Bill 1117, sponsored by Representative Naquetta Ricks (D), has now been assigned to the Senate Finance Committee for consideration. If approved by the Senate and …
Connecticut Legislature Sends Cannabis Bill Expanding Medical Access and Revising Hemp Rules to Governor
Connecticut lawmakers have sent Governor Ned Lamont a wide-ranging cannabis bill that would expand access to the state’s medical marijuana program, revise portions of its hemp laws and create new rules for infused beverages. House BIll 5350 was transmitted to Lamont today after the House concurred with Senate changes, clearing the final legislative hurdle for …
North Carolina Bill Would Place Marijuana Decriminalization and Medical Marijuana on 2026 Ballot
A North Carolina bill filed today would place two marijuana-related constitutional amendments before voters in the November 2026 election, one to decriminalize possession for all adults and another to legalize possession for medical use. Senate Bill 1072 was filed by State Senators Kandie Smith (D), Caleb Theodros (D) and Paul Lowe (D). Under the proposal, …
Colorado Marijuana Event Permit Bill Advances to House Floor Following Appropriations Vote
Colorado legislation that would allow temporary marijuana hospitality events advanced out of the House Appropriations Committee today. The Appropriations Committee voted 7 to 4 to send House Bill 1117, as amended, to the House Committee of the Whole. The measure, sponsored by Representative Naquetta Ricks (D), would allow licensed marijuana hospitality businesses and marijuana hospitality …
