Jan 28 2025
The Virginia Senate Finance and Appropriations Committee approved legislation today that would legalize licensed marijuana sales. Sponsored by State Senators Aaron Rouse (D), Jennifer Carroll Foy (D), and Lashrecse Aird (D), Senate Bill 970 would establish a retail marijuana market in Virginia, which remains the only one of the 24 states with legal marijuana to …
Jan 28 2025
Alderpersons on the Annapolis City Council unanimously approved Ordinance 35-24, amending the city’s employment policy to eliminate marijuana drug testing for most public employees. The ordinance specifies, “The city shall not conduct cannabis testing during pre-employment screening or after hiring an employee.” The city of Annapolis, Maryland’s state capital, employs over 600 workers. Paul Armentano, …
Jan 28 2025
A bill initially filed by State Senator Joe Gruters that proposed allowing registered medical marijuana patients in Florida to grow marijuana plants at home, along with stricter regulations on the state’s hemp industry, has been withdrawn and will be reintroduced as a home grow-only measure. The original legislation, Senate Bill 334, would have allowed patients …
Jan 27 2025
For individuals seeking a better night’s sleep, certain marijuana strains stand out for their their calming, sedative effects. Using strain data supplied to us by our readers and the strain review website Leafly, below are the strains that many believe are the most effective for improving sleep quality.
Jan 27 2025
A key Senate committee in Virginia has approved legislation that would seal all marijuana possession-related charges. Today, the Senate Courts of Justice Committee voted 9 to 3 to approve Senate Bill 1466, filed recently by Senator Scott Surovell (D). A companion bill in the House —House Bill 2723— was also filed recently, by Delegate Charniele …
Jan 27 2025
The 2025-2026 session of the United States Congress has seen 1,227 bills filed so far, covering a wide array of issues. However, not a single piece of legislation introduced this year addresses cannabis policy. This marks a notable absence given the momentum marijuana reform has gained in recent years, with 68% of voters nationwide supporting …
Jan 27 2025
A public hearing was held today in the Senate Committee on Labor & Commerce for Senate Bill 5403, a measure designed to bolster the sustainability of Washington’s marijuana industry by authorizing direct-to-consumer sales of certain marijuana products. The bill, introduced on January 21, 2025, is sponsored by State Senators Rebecca Saldaña (D), Deborah Krishnadasan (D), …
Jan 27 2025
Across the United States, prices for legal marijuana flower vary widely depending on factors like supply, taxes, and market maturity. In this article we break down the states with lowest average cost per gram. Data from state regulatory agencies, cannabis commissions, and the research firm Headset reveal which states currently offer the lowest average prices …
Jan 27 2025
New legislation filed today by State Senator Joe Gruters would allow registered medical marijuana patients in Florida to grow up to two marijuana plants at home for personal use, while also placing restrictions on the state’s hemp industry. Under the proposed law (Senate Bill 334), medical marijuana patients would be authorized to grow up to …
Jan 27 2025
Trulieve Cannabis Corp., a leading cannabis company in the U.S., today announced the opening of a new medical cannabis dispensary in Palm Coast, Florida. The new location will be Trulieve’s 162nd dispensary in Florida, and their 230th nationwide. A grand opening celebration will be held Friday, January 31, beginning at 9 a.m., featuring music, specials, discounts, and …
