Jan 23 2025
Connecticut lawmakers introduced House Bill 6377 today, a bold proposal that would reshape the state’s cannabis laws and promote more equity in the marijuana industry. Filed by State Representatives Michael Shannon (D) and Anne Hughes (D), the bill has been referred to the Joint Committee on Judiciary for consideration. The proposal would address multiple facets …
Jan 23 2025
When it comes to managing pain, certain marijuana strains stand out for their effectiveness. There are hundreds of marijuana strains available through the United States. This list covers the ten best strains for pain relief, compiled using feedback from our readers and reviews from Leafly and WeedMaps.
Jan 23 2025
A bill authorizing cannabis showcase events in New York has passed the Assembly Ways and Means Committee with a vote of 24 to 10. Assembly Bill 418, introduced by Assemblymember Donna Lupardo (D), will now head to the full Assembly for consideration. The measure is mirrored by Senate Bill 818, introduced by Senator Michelle Hinchey …
Jan 23 2025
The global cannabis pharmaceuticals market is poised for exponential growth, with projections indicating an increase from $3.46 billion in 2023 to $380.77 billion by 2034. This remarkable expansion, driven by a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 53.32%, is attributed to rising rates of chronic diseases, growing consumer demand for alternative treatments, and an expanding …
Jan 23 2025
Colorado Senate Bill 72, which would regulate the manufacturing, distribution, and sale of kratom products, was introduced yesterday by State Senators Kyle Mullica and Byron Pelton, with support from State Representatives Lindsay and Matt Soper. The bipartisan legislation, supported by two Democrats and two Republicans, has been assigned to the Senate Finance Committee for initial …
Jan 23 2025
The South Dakota House of Representatives approved House Bill 1056 yesterday with a unanimous 66 to 0 vote, taking a major step toward regulating kratom products statewide. Originally introduced by eight Republican lawmakers and now supported by 12 sponsors, the bill would impose regulations on the preparation, sale, and distribution of kratom products. It also …
Jan 23 2025
State Representative Mark DeCaprio (R) introduced House Bill 6325 today, aiming to limit the maximum allowable THC content in marijuana sold in Connecticut’s recreational market. House Bill 6325, fittingly titled An Act Reducing the Maximum Allowable THC Content of Cannabis and Cannabis Products Sold to Consumers in the Recreational Cannabis Market, would amend Connecticut law …
Jan 23 2025
A legislative proposal that would decriminalize the personal possession of psilocybin has been filed in Connecticut. Today, State Representative Joshua Elliott (D) filed House Bill 6380, which has been assigned to the Joint Committee on Judiciary. The measure states: “Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives in General Assembly convened: That title …
Jan 23 2025
In Canada, there was CA$452 million in legal marijuana sold in November, bringing the year-to-date total to almost $5 billion. There was CA$452.8 million in marijuana sold via legal outlets in Canada in November, a slight increase from the $450 million sold in October, according to data released by Statistics Canada. The year-to-date total for …
Jan 22 2025
Between August 7 and January 15, marijuana sales in Ohio totaled $414,671,359. This includes $147,862,618 in medical marijuana purchases and $266,808,741 in recreational marijuana sales. During this period, there were 3,573,632 recreational transactions and 1,565,444 medical transactions. The average price per gram as of January 15 is $6.89, considerably lower than the $9.40 average as …
