Mar 26 2025

Virginia Cannabis Control Authority Announces New Acting Head

The Virginia Cannabis Control Authority (CCA) announced today that Jeremy Preiss, the agency’s Acting Head and Chief Officer of Regulatory, Policy, and External Affairs, is departing after more than three years of service to the CCA and the Commonwealth.

Jamie Patten.

The CCA Board of Directors has designated Jamie Patten, the agency’s Chief Administrative Officer, as the new Acting Head.

“Jeremy played a critical role in the CCA’s early development, helping to establish its foundation and guide its public safety and health initiatives, medical cannabis oversight, educational work, and regulatory development”, states a press release sent today by the CCa.
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Mar 26 2025

Warren, Michigan City Council Votes to Allow Unlimited Marijuana Stores

The Warren (MI) City Council has approved an ordinance that allows for an unlimited number of licensed marijuana stores in the city.

The council voted 5 to 2 yesterday to approve the bill. City Attorney Jeffrey Schroder requested the proposal, saying it would end several years-long lawsuits involving cannabis applicants.

Warren is Michigan’s third most populated city, with a population of around 132k.
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Mar 26 2025

Congressional Cannabis Caucus Co-Chair Says She’s Working On “Several Pieces of Cannabis Legislation”

Congressmember Dina Titus (D-NV), Co-Chair of the Congressional Cannabis Caucus, says she’s working on several cannabis-related bills that will be introduced this session.

Congressmember Dina Titus (D-NV)

“I am currently working on several pieces of cannabis legislation and look forward to informing you when I have information to share”, Rep. Titus told us via e-mail, noting that the staff of the Caucus “have worked collaboratively this Congress and will continue to work to advance sensible cannabis policy”.

According to Rep. Titus, she’s been “meeting with stakeholders, attending various cannabis-related events and conferences, and look forward to engaging with the Caucus this Congress.”
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Mar 26 2025

The Six States With Active Marijuana Legalization Bills

24 states have legalized recreational cannabis, with several vying to become the 25th, with active legislative in their state legislatures.

Although activists in several states —including Florida and Idaho— are attempting to put legalization initiatives to a vote of the people, in this article we take a look at the state’s with legislation that is currently alive in their legislature.

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Mar 26 2025

Florida Senate Committee Advances Kratom Consumer Protection Act

A key Florida committee has given approval to legislation that would provide statewide regulations for kratom.

The Florida Senate Commerce and Tourism Committee voted 8 to 1 yesterday to pass Senate Bill 1734, the Florida Kratom Consumer Protection Act. This legislation would establish clear regulations for the processing and sale of kratom in the state.

The bill establishes strict safety guidelines for kratom products in Florida to ensure consumer protection. It prohibits processors from adding any non-kratom substances, such as drugs or alcohol, and it sets limits on the levels of mitragynine and 7-hydroxymitragynine, preventing synthetic or artificially elevated concentrations of these active compounds.
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Mar 26 2025

Texas Bill Would Require Statewide Public Education Campaign on Medical Cannabis Program

A Texas bill designed to increase public awareness of the state’s medical cannabis program received its committee assignment today.

House Bill 3729, introduced earlier this month by Representative Ron Reynolds (D), was officially referred to the House Public Health Committee today.

If passed into law, the bill would direct the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) to implement a statewide information campaign about the Texas Compassionate Use Program (TCUP), which provides access to low-THC cannabis for patients with certain qualifying conditions.
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Mar 26 2025

Tennessee Senate Judiciary Committee Schedules Hearing and Potential Vote on Marijuana Decriminalization Bill

Tennessee’s Senate Bill 923, introduced by Senator Heidi Campbell (D) last month, has been scheduled for a hearing in the Senate Judiciary Committee on March 31.

The bill, filed on February 5 and advanced through its second reading in the Senate the following week, would decriminalize the possession of up to one ounce of marijuana and the cultivation of up to five marijuana plants, for those 21 and older.

The proposed law grants local governments the power to impose civil penalties for marijuana possession in public places, but does not allow them to institute criminal penalties.
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Mar 26 2025

Study: 3D-Printed CBD Gummies Provide a Customizable Option With Optimized Release

A recent study published in Gels, as well as the U.S. National Library of Medicine, has introduced a groundbreaking approach to CBD gummy production using 3D printing.

Conducted by researchers at Florida A&M University, the study highlights the potential of 3D-printed CBD gummies as a customized, patient-friendly alternative for pain management, particularly in the geriatric population.

Oropharyngeal dysphagia (difficulty swallowing) and chronic pain are common issues among older adults, often making traditional pill-based medications less effective or harder to consume. To address this, the researchers developed a gelatin-based CBD gummy formulation and tested its suitability for 3D printing using a syringe-based extrusion printer.
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Mar 26 2025

CBD Lozenges Show Promising Antimicrobial Effects Against Streptococcus mutans, a Major Cause of Tooth Decay

A groundbreaking study published in the Brazilian Dental Journal has revealed that cannabidiol (CBD)-infused lozenges may play a crucial role in improving oral health by significantly reducing Streptococcus mutans, the primary bacteria responsible for tooth decay.

Researchers from the University of Lisbon, the West Coast University Dental Hygiene Program, and the Center for Innovative Care and Health Technology conducted a clinical trial to assess the antimicrobial properties of CBD in the oral cavity. The study involved 30 dental hygiene and nursing students, divided into two groups: an experimental group that consumed CBD-infused lozenges and a control group that received sugar-free candy.

Participants in the experimental group consumed a 300 mg CBD lozenge daily for 15 days, allowing it to dissolve slowly in their mouths for maximum absorption. Researchers then measured Streptococcus mutans levels in saliva using quantitative polymerase chain reaction (qPCR) analysis. The results were striking—those who used CBD lozenges exhibited a statistically significant reduction (p=0.0299) in Streptococcus mutans levels compared to the control group.
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Mar 26 2025

Tennessee Pot for Potholes Act Fails Committee Vote

House Bill 703, known as the “Pot for Potholes Act,” has been rejected by a House subcommittee.

Filed last month by State Representative Aftyn Behn (D), the bill would have established a regulated recreational marijuana market in Tennessee, with tax revenue directed toward infrastructure improvements, particularly road maintenance and repairs. The House Criminal Justice Subcommittee rejected the measure today by a vote of 2 to 5.

The proposed law, which still has a senate companion still alive (Senate Bill 921), would create a regulatory framework for the cultivation, processing, and retail sale of marijuana for those 21 and older. The Tennessee Department of Agriculture would oversee licensing, product testing, and labeling standards. Under the proposal, individuals would be allowed to cultivate up to 12 plants for personal use without a license.
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