Governor Andy Beshear announced today that Kentucky’s Medical Cannabis Program has reached another milestone as Armory Kentucky LLC, a Tier II cultivator based in Mayfield, introduced the first medical cannabis inventory in Kentucky history. Cultivation at the Graves County site began on Friday, following approval of the facility inspection by the Kentucky Office of Medical …
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U.S. House Committee Approves Spending Bill That Would Block Marijuana Rescheduling, Protect State Medical Marijuana Laws
A key House subcommittee has advanced a new spending bill that would prevent the Department of Justice from using any funds to reschedule marijuana. The House Appropriations Subcommittee today approved the Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies (CJS) appropriations bill by a vote of 9 to 6, sending it to the full committee for consideration. …
Report: Home Values Rose Over $60K More in States With Legal Marijuana Since 2009
From 2009 to 2024, home values increased by $60,327 more in states where recreational marijuana is now legal than where it is illegal, according to a new report from Clever Offers, a platform owned by Clever Real Estate. In 2024, the typical home in a recreational state was worth $447,635 — about 39% or $126,731 more than in non-recreational states ($320,904). States with legal recreational …
Study Finds Cannabis Oils With THC and CBD Reduce Liver Damage and Oxidative Stress in Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
A new study published in the Journal of Cannabis Research and indexed by the U.S. National Library of Medicine has found that certain cannabis oils (COs) may significantly reduce liver damage, oxidative stress, and dyslipidemia in those with diet-induced non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). Researchers from several Argentine institutions, including the Universidad Nacional del Litoral …
Oklahoma Campaign to Place Marijuana Legalization Initiative to 2026 Vote Set to Begin Signature Drive on August 6
A campaign in Oklahoma working to place a cannabis legalization initiative to a public vote in 2026 has announced that it will begin its signature drive on August 6. Oklahomans for Responsible Cannabis Action (ORCA), the group behind State Question 837, made the announcement in a recent social media post, noting that they will have …
U.S. House Committee Spending Bill Would Block Marijuana Rescheduling
A new spending bill released by the House Appropriations Committee would block the Department of Justice from moving forward with marijuana rescheduling and would impose stricter penalties on marijuana sales near schools and parks. The GOP-led committee unveiled the Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies (CJS) spending bill on Monday. The legislation includes a provision …
U.S. Cannabis Sales Hit $2.17 Billion in June, Led by California, Michigan and Illinois
Legal marijuana sales in the United States held steady at around $2.17 billion in June, maintaining the industry’s strong pace so far in 2025. California led all states with $300.7 million in legal marijuana sales in June, slightly below May’s total of $307.6 million. Michigan followed with $268 million, while Illinois recorded $164 million, both …
Florida Seizes Over 85,000 Illegal Hemp Products in Statewide Enforcement Campaign
Florida has seized more than 85,000 illegal hemp products since launching a new enforcement campaign aimed at cracking down on noncompliant items being sold across the state. The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) began “Operation Safe Summer” in June as a coordinated sweep of hemp retailers and manufacturers. The goal is to …
Wisconsin GOP Governor Candidate Says He’s Open to Marijuana Legalization
A newly declared Republican candidate for Wisconsin governor says he’s open to discussions on legalizing marijuana, though he’s offered few details on what that could look like. Bill Berrien, a manufacturing CEO and former Navy SEAL, launched his campaign this week with comments suggesting a willingness to explore marijuana reform.
California State Fair Celebrates Cannabis With Onsite Sales, Education, and Awards
For the second consecutive year, attendees at the California State Fair who are 21 and older can legally purchase and consume cannabis products onsite, including selections from several Golden Bear award winners. The fair’s cannabis exhibit offers more than just products—it features educational displays, consumption lounges, and a space for visitors to explore the agricultural …
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