A study published in the European Journal of Pharmacology found that CBD, delivered using nanotechnology, provided neuroprotective effects in an animal model of retinal excitotoxicity. Researchers from the University of Catania, University of Crete, University of Enna, and University of Campania, all in Italy, examined CBD’s effects in rats with retinal damage induced by α-amino-3-hydroxy-5-methyl-4-isoxazolepropionic …
Colorado Bill Would Ban Marijuana With Over 10% THC for Those Under 26, Prohibit Psilocybin Edibles
A bipartisan bill introduced in Colorado would prohibit the sale of certain marijuana products to adults under 26 and ban the production of psilocybin edibles for use in the state’s psychedelic-assisted therapy industry. Senate Bill 76, sponsored by State Senators Judith Amabile (D) and Byron Pelton (R), along with State Representative Kyle Brown (D), proposes …
Virginia House of Delegates Approves Bill Updating Medical Marijuana Labeling and Expanding Delivery
The Virginia House of Delegates has approved House Bill 1989, a measure that updates labeling requirements for medical marijuana products and expands delivery options for registered patients. Filed on January 7 by Delegate Alex Askew (D), the bill advanced through the General Laws Committee with a 19-3 vote on January 28, and today was approved …
Maryland Governor Proposes 66% Marijuana Tax Increase, Poll Finds 60% of Voters Support
Maryland Governor Wes Moore has proposed a series of budget-balancing tax increases, including increasing the tax rate on licensed marijuana sales. Governor Moore is proposing an increase in the state’s marijuana excise tax from 9%, to 15%, marking an increase of 66%. Despite such a significant increase, it appears that a strong majority of voters …
Bastrop, Texas City Council Overturns Voter-Approved Marijuana Decrim Law
The Bastrop City Council has voted to overturn a voter-approved ordinance that would have decriminalized marijuana possession, making it the only one of 11 ballot measures rejected by the council. In November, Bastrop residents overwhelmingly approved the initiative, which would have prevented arrests and criminal charges for possessing up to four ounces of marijuana. Instead, …
Washington Senate Committee Schedules Public Hearing on Bill to Legalize Medical Psilocybin
Senate Bill 5201, legislation that would establish a regulated psilocybin therapy program in Washington State, has been scheduled for a public hearing in the Senate Committee on Health & Long-Term Care at 8:00 AM on February 6. Introduced by Senator Jesse Salomon with support from eight cosponsors, the bill would create a structured framework allowing …
RFK Jr. Says He Will Defer to DEA on Marijuana Rescheduling if Confirmed as HHS Secretary
RFK Jr. says he will leave the decision on marijuana rescheduling to the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) if confirmed as secretary of HHS. When asked by Elizabeth Warren (D) “Do you commit to working with the DOJ and DEA to swiftly resume proceedings on the scheduling of marijuana (which are currently paused)?” RFK Jr. responded: …
Montana Committee Overwhelmingly Approves Resolution Endorsing Federal SAFER Banking Act
A resolution urging the federal government to approve marijuana banking legislation has been approved by the Montana’s Senate Business, Labor, and Economic Affairs Committee. Senate Joint Resolution 5 was approved by the committee today by a vote of 9 to 2, indicating strong bipartisan support. The resolution urges federal lawmakers to pass the SAFER Banking …
Connecticut Lawmakers to Hold Public Hearing on Minimum Wage Rules for Marijuana Industry Workers
House Bill 6842, which would ensure that employees at cannabis establishments receive at least the state’s minimum fair wage, has been scheduled for a public hearing on February 6 in the Joint Committee on Labor and Public Employees. The bill, introduced in the Connecticut House of Representatives by the chair of the House Labor and …
Pennsylvania House Majority Leader Sees “Path Forward On Cannabis”
Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro is set to include marijuana legalization in his upcoming budget request, marking the third consecutive year he has advocated for the reform, with House Leader Matt Bradford (D) saying he sees “a path forward”. Next week, Governor Shapiro is set to release his proposed 2025-2026 budget, which he has promised will …
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