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Latest cannabis news covering legalization, legislation, court rulings, business developments, research, sales data, regulatory updates and policy changes across the U.S.

Michigan Marijuana Workers Vote to Unionize With Teamsters

Drivers and budtenders at Ascend Cannabis Provisions in Michigan have overwhelmingly ratified their first contract with Teamsters Local 406. It is the second collective bargaining …

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South Dakota AG Releases Final Ballot Summary for Marijuana Legalization Initiative, Proponents Aim for Vote in 2024

South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley has approved the final summary language for an initiative to legalize marijuana that proponents are hoping to put to …

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Clinical Trial: High-CBD Marijuana Doesn’t Negatively Impact Driving Performance, But THC Could be Detected Hours Later

Consuming high-CBD/low-THC marijuana doesn’t adversely impact driving abilities, but THC may be detected up to five hours after, according to clinical trial data published in …

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New Hampshire: Legislative Work Session on Marijuana Legalization Scheduled for September 6

Legislation that would legalize marijuana for everyone 21 and older, first filed in January, has been scheduled for a legislative work session next week. The …

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US Secretary of Health Confirms Department of Health is Requesting DEA Make Marijuana Schedule III

Earlier today we reported that U.S. Assistant Secretary of Health sent a letter to the DEA recommending that marijuana be rescheduled. Now the head of …

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Connecticut Launches Loan Program in Support of Social Equity Marijuana Businesses

Connecticut’s Social Equity Council and Department of Economic and Community Development says its Canna-Business Revolving Loan Fund is now actively accepting applications. The new fund …

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Global Market for Medical Marijuana Oil Worth Over $2 Billion, to Grow to $7.1 Billion by 2030

According to a new report the global medical marijuana oil market was sized at $2.1 billion in 2021, and is forecast to grow to $7.1 …

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California Attorney General Calls for State to Lower Marijuana Prices

At a press conference California Attorney General Rob Bonta announced his plan to lower marijuana prices and combat illicit marijuana grows. “The barriers to entry …

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Official at Department of Health and Human Services Asks DEA to Reschedule Marijuana

A senior official at the US Department of Health and Human Services has officially recommended that the government ease restrictions on marijuana. In a letter …

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North Carolina Lawmakers Will Continue Fighting for Marijuana Legalization in 2024 Session

Sponsors of legislation to legalize recreational marijuana in the North Carolina plan to continue their support in the next session and beyond. Senate Bill 346, …

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