The U.S. Supreme Court has granted the Department of Justice more time to decide whether it will appeal a federal court ruling that questioned the constitutionality of a federal law banning marijuana users from owning firearms. Last week, Justice Brett Kavanaugh approved a request from Solicitor General D. John Sauer to extend the deadline for …
U.S. States Have Collected Nearly $25 Billion in Marijuana Tax Revenue Since Recreational Sales Began in 2014
Since Colorado and Washington launched the first legal marijuana markets in 2014, states have collectively generated over $24.7 billion in tax revenue from recreational sales, according to a new report by the Marijuana Policy Project. The total surpassed $4.4 billion in 2024 alone — a record high for a single year. Recreational marijuana is now …
Poll: Majority in Great Britain Support Decriminalizing Cannabis
A new poll shows that a clear majority of adults in Great Britain support decriminalizing the possession of small amounts of marijuana for personal use. According to the survey, conducted by YouGov and released May 28, 54% of respondents say they support such a policy change. This includes 31% who say they “somewhat support” and …
Federal Judge Upholds Alaska Ban on Intoxicating Hemp Products, Ruling in State’s Favor
A federal judge has upheld Alaska’s ban on the sale of intoxicating hemp products outside the state’s licensed marijuana system, ruling that the state acted within its constitutional authority. In a decision issued May 23, U.S. Magistrate Judge Kyle Reardon granted summary judgment to the state in a case brought by the Alaska Industrial Hemp …
Oregon Governor Signs Bill Allowing Marijuana Sales and Samples at Events
Today, Oregon Governor Tina Kotek signed into law a bill that allows licensed marijuana businesses to share and sell products at approved events, while also expanding rules around employee sampling. Senate Bill 558, which passed the House 40 to 10 and previously cleared the Senate, was officially signed today. The new law will take effect …
New York Launches Statewide Listen & Learn Series To Engage Young People And Trusted Adults On Cannabis Education
The New York State Office of Cannabis Management (OCM) announced the launch of a new statewide “Listen & Learn” series focused on engaging young people and the trusted adults in their lives – including parents, mentors, educators and caregivers — to “better shape the future of cannabis education in New York.” As the legal cannabis …
Kentucky’s First Medical Marijuana Testing Facility Opens With Governor Beshear in Attendance
Governor Andy Beshear joined local officials in Graves County on Wednesday for the groundbreaking of Kentucky’s first medical cannabis safety compliance facility, marking a significant step in the state’s rollout of its new medical marijuana program. The facility, operated by State38 LLC, represents a $1 million investment and is expected to create roughly a dozen …
Medical Cannabis Craft Preparation Bill Introduced in Washington D.C.
A bill introduced by Councilmember Phil Mendelson (D) would allow medical marijuana retailers in Washington, D.C. to prepare and sell certain cannabis products on-site, under a newly created “craft preparation endorsement.” The measure has been assigned to the Committee on Business and Economic Development. The legislation, which has been assigned to the Committee on Business …
Ohio’s Cannabis Museum Preserves the Plant’s Deep Roots in Medicine, Industry, and Fiber Art
Nestled in the rolling hills of Athens County, Ohio, the Cannabis Museum offers a window into a forgotten past—one where cannabis was not a controversial topic, but a staple of medicine cabinets, fabric production, and military defense. Through a growing collection of artifacts and hands-on demonstrations, the museum is working to restore cannabis to its …
Massachusetts Committee Proposes Bill to Restructure Cannabis Control Commission, Double Retail License Cap
A Massachusetts legislative committee has proposed legislation that would overhaul the state’s Cannabis Control Commission (CCC), reduce its size, and implement changes long requested by industry stakeholders including doubling the retail license cap. House members of the Legislature’s Joint Committee on Cannabis Policy on Wednesday approved the bill through a closed-door poll sent by email. …
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