Apr 11 2025
A coalition of leading THC beverage companies is partnering with data firm MoreBetter to recruit 2,000 participants for what they’re calling the world’s first infused beverage study, offering free cannabis drinks in exchange for consumer feedback. Participants will receive samples from brands such as Cycling Frog, Happi, Keef, Leisuretown, Mary Jones, and Pabst Labs. The …
Apr 11 2025
The Illinois Senate has approved legislation that would prohibit law enforcement from using the smell of cannabis as the sole reason to search a vehicle, sending it to the House for consideration. The Senate voted 33 to 20 in favor of Senate Bill 42, sending the measure to the House Rules Committee. Under the proposal, …
Apr 10 2025
The Montana Legislature has approved House Bill 636, a sweeping measure that imposes new regulations on marijuana products. The Senate passed the bill today in a 37 to 12 vote, following House approval last month by a vote of 84 to 15. The legislation, sponsored by State Representative Josh Etchart and backed by a group …
Apr 10 2025
Licensed marijuana dispensaries and retail outlets in Ohio have sold more than $648 million worth of marijuana products since the state’s recreational market opened on August 7. According to new data released by the Ohio Division of Cannabis Control, which covers marijuana sales through April 5, total sales reached $648,111,114, with $434,248,741 from adult-use purchases …
Apr 10 2025
A proposal to regulate kratom and prohibit several hallucinogenic substances has advanced in the Texas Senate. The State Affairs Committee voted today to approve Senate Bill 1868, sponsored by Senator Charles Perry. The measure would create a legal framework for the sale and labeling of kratom products while adding certain hallucinogenic compounds to the state’s …
Apr 10 2025
The Missouri House of Representatives has overwhelmingly passed the Kratom Consumer Protection Act (House Bill 1037) by a vote of 148 to 2. The legislation now moves to the Senate Judiciary and Civil and Criminal Jurisprudence Committee for consideration. If enacted into law, HB 1037 would establish comprehensive regulations for kratom products, including strict labeling …
Apr 10 2025
A bipartisan group of nine Maine lawmakers has introduced a bill that would allow the creation of licensed medical marijuana farmers’ markets. Filed today, House Bill 1559 was referred to the Committee on Veterans and Legal Affairs. The measure is sponsored by State Representative Chapman of Auburn and cosponsored by Senators Bickford of Androscoggin and …
Apr 10 2025
Satya Therapeutics, a pioneer in Oregon’s psilocybin therapy landscape, today announced significant achievements underscoring its leadership in the state’s growing psychedelic wellness sector. The company recently conducted its 900th client session, positioning itself as one of Oregon’s most active service centers, according to a press release sent today. With an estimated 8% of all clients served statewide …
Apr 10 2025
Missouri saw its highest-ever monthly marijuana sales total in March, reaching $130.88 million, according to data released today by the Department of Health and Senior Services. This figure includes $115.76 million in adult-use sales and $15.12 million from the medical marijuana market. The March numbers surpass the state’s previous monthly record of $130.5 million, set …
Apr 10 2025
The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company today announced the transfer of its wholly-owned subsidiary, The Hawthorne Collective, Inc., to an independent strategic partner, as part of a broader strategy to separate its cannabis-related investments from its core lawn and garden business. The Company created The Hawthorne Collective in 2021 as a vehicle to invest in areas of …
