A legislative proposal that would legalize recreational marijuana in North Carolina gained three new sponsors today, bringing the total number of lawmakers backing the effort to 24. Senators Sophia Chitlik (D), Kandie Smith (D), and Caleb Theodros (D) have joined as sponsors of Senate Bill 350, known as the Marijuana Justice and Reinvestment Act, bringing …
North Carolina’s Great Smoky Cannabis Company Collaborates with Cherokee Indian Police Department to Launch Cannabis-Friendly K-9 Program
Qualla Enterprises, LLC, and Great Smoky Cannabis Company announced today “a historic collaboration with the Cherokee Indian Police Department (CIPD) to establish a new K-9 program”. “Aimed at addressing critical needs in drug detection while aligning with modern cannabis policies, this initiative underscores our commitment to supporting community safety and innovation”, states a press release …
The Best Cannabis Strains for PTSD
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) affects over 300 million people worldwide, leading to debilitating symptoms such as anxiety, depression, and insomnia. Many individuals who suffer from PTSD turn to cannabis as a natural remedy to alleviate these symptoms. With that in mind, below is a curated list of 10 popular and effective cannabis strains known for …
Study Finds CBD Effective in Reducing Itching and Improving Quality of Life for Atopic Dermatitis Patients
Cannabidiol (CBD) is “effective in reducing itching and improving the quality of life of patients with atopic dermatitis”, according to a new study. The study, conducted by researchers from the University of Silesia in Poland and the De Montfort University of Leicester in the UK, was published in the journal Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology. …
Connecticut Official Apologizes for Retaliatory Inspection of Cannabis Business After Owner Criticizes Testing Standards
Connecticut cannabis regulators launched a surprise inspection on a marijuana cultivator just a day after its president called out flaws in the state’s testing system, in a move that many are calling retaliatory. Following the inspection, the Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection (DCP) has since issued a rare public apology, admitting the compliance check “should …
Florida Medical Marijuana Patient Count Passes 905,000
Florida’s medical marijuana program continues its expansion, with new data from the Florida Department of Health revealing that the state now has 905,006 registered patients. The latest numbers, provided date by the Florida Department of Health, show a steady rise in patient enrollment in recent months. Since December, the state has garnered an addition 14,000 …
Maryland: Governor and Lawmakers Propose 33% Marijuana Tax Increase in New Budget Proposal
Maryland lawmakers, in collaboration with Governor Wes Moore, have unveiled a sweeping budget framework that includes over $1 billion in tax increases—one of the most controversial being a significant hike in marijuana taxes. The agreement, part of a broader plan to address a $3 billion budget deficit for fiscal year 2026, includes a staggering 33% …
States With the Lowest Legal Cannabis Prices as of March 2025
The price of cannabis differs significantly across the 21 states with legal recreational markets. Here, we explore the states with the lowest average costs per gram of dried flower. Variations in tax rates, regulations, and other factors contribute to the wide range of cannabis prices from state to state. Using data from state regulatory agencies—and …
Bipartisan Minnesota Bill Would Allow Free Cannabis Samples at Events
A new bill introduced today in the Minnesota Senate would allow licensed marijuana retailers to provide free samples at cannabis-related events. Senate Bill 2890 was filed with bipartisan support by Senator Zach Duckworth (R) and Senator David Dibble (D). The bill was formally introduced and referred to the Senate Commerce and Consumer Protection Committee. Under …
U.S. Congress: Legislation to Block Marijuana Tax Deductions Even if Marijuana is Rescheduled Gains 11th Sponsor
A congressional proposal to prevent marijuana businesses from accessing standard tax deductions—regardless of whether marijuana is federally rescheduled—has now garnered 11 sponsors across both chambers of Congress. In the House of Representatives, the bill—introduced last month by Representative Jodey Arrington (R-TX)—gained its ninth sponsor on Friday, with Representative Adrian Smith (R-NE) signing on. The legislation, …
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