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 …
The Trajectory of Legal Recreational Cannabis in the U.S.
Twenty-four U.S. states have legalized recreational marijuana as of 2025, marking a dramatic shift in drug policy over the past decade. The movement began in 2012 with voter initiatives in Colorado and Washington, and has since expanded through a mix of ballot measures and legislative actions. Below is a state-by-state timeline of legalization, in order …
Bipartisan Maine Bill Would Authorize Medical Marijuana Farmers’ Markets Across the State
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 …
Oregon’s Satya Therapeutics Marks 900 Legal Psilocybin Sessions, Leads Oregon in Access, Affordability and Experience
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 …
Missouri Marijuana Sales Set New Monthly Record With $130.88 Million in March
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 …
ScottsMiracle-Gro Spins Off Cannabis Investment Arm Amid Strategic Shift
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 …
Study: Cannabis Use Linked to Reduced Stress and Improved Sleep in Veterans, Unlike Alcohol
Cannabis use among veterans is associated with reduced stress and improved sleep quality on the same day, according to a new study published in Drug and Alcohol Dependence. Researchers from King’s College London, New York University, the University of Southern California, the University of Washington, and the University of California Berkeley examined daily diary data …
Oklahoma Medical Cannabis Patient Count Declines for Fourth Straight Month
Oklahoma’s medical marijuana patient count has declined for the fourth consecutive month, continuing a trend that began at the start of 2025. According to new data from the Oklahoma Medical Marijuana Authority, there are 336,798 active patients as of April 2, down slightly from 337,253 in March. That figure was already lower than February’s total …
New Hampshire Senate Committee Schedules Public Hearing on House-Backed Marijuana Legalization Bill
The Senate Judiciary Committee will hold a public hearing on House Bill 198 on April 15 at 1:40 p.m. in Room 100 of the State House. The hearing follows the New Hampshire House of Representatives approving HB 198 with a 208 to 125 vote last month. The legislation, introduced by State Representatives Jared Sullivan, Jonah …
Report: Cannabis Edibles Market Projected to Surpass $54 Billion by 2034, Fueled by Innovation and Expanding Legalization
The cannabis edibles market, valued at $12.3 billion in 2024, is on track to skyrocket to $54 billion by 2034, according to a new industry report. This surge—driven by shifting consumer preferences, growing legalization, and rapid product innovation—represents a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 15.9% over the next decade. As more states and countries …
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