Researchers from Qiqihar University and the Heilongjiang Industrial Hemp Processing Technology Innovation Center have identified an endophytic fungus living inside marijuana leaves that produces a range of antioxidant and antibacterial compounds, along with metabolites linked to cannabinoid production.
Alabama Appeals Court Clears Path for Medical Marijuana Licensing to Resume
Alabama’s long-delayed medical marijuana rollout took a significant step forward Friday after the Alabama Court of Civil Appeals ruled that a lower court had no authority to halt the state’s licensing process.
Hawaii Bill Allowing Medical Cannabis Use in Health Care Facilities Advances From Committee
Hawaii House Bill 1542, introduced by Representative Gregg Takayama (D), would allow terminally ill patients and qualifying patients over the age of 65 with chronic diseases to use medical cannabis inside certain licensed health care facilities, including hospitals, nursing homes, hospices, and home health settings, under defined conditions. This week the proposal was given approval …
West Virginia Senator Files Legislation to Reschedule Marijuana, Moving it to Schedule III
A bill filed today in the West Virginia Senate would significantly change how the state classifies marijuana by moving it from Schedule I to Schedule III under state law, a shift that would formally recognize medical use and reduce the severity of how it is treated in criminal statutes. The move is meant to align …
Kentucky Senate Bill Would Legalize Adult-Use Cannabis Possession, Cultivation and “Trafficking”, Create Expungement Pathway
A bill filed today in the Kentucky Senate would legalize marijuana possession, cultivation and even low-level “trafficking,” for those 21 and older, while creating a pathway to expunge past convictions. The proposal is a companion to House Bill 72, filed last month in the House by State Rep. Nima Kulkarni (D).
Washington Senate Committee Holds Public Hearing on Bill to Allow Voters to Approve Local Cannabis Tax
A Washington bill that would give counties and cities the ability to ask voters to approve a small local excise tax on retail cannabis sales received a public hearing today in the Senate Ways and Means Committee.
Tennessee Senate Advances Bill to Raise Low-Level Marijuana Possession Threshold to Five Ounces
A Tennessee proposal that would significantly change how marijuana possession is treated under state law has moved forward in the legislature, passing second consideration in the Senate and being referred to the Senate Judiciary Committee.
Kansas Bill Would Reschedule Marijuana and THC Under State Law
Legislation filed today in the Kansas Legislature would dramatically change how marijuana is classified under state law, shifting it out of the most restrictive category of controlled substances for the first time.
Washington Bill Would Bar Cities and Counties From Blocking Marijuana Businesses
A new bill filed today in the Washington House would prohibit cities and counties from banning licensed marijuana businesses within their jurisdictions.
Kentucky Governor Urges Lawmakers to Expand Medical Marijuana Conditions in 2026
Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear announced today that his administration has formally asked legislative leaders to expand Kentucky’s list of qualifying conditions for medical marijuana during the 2026 Regular Session, a move he says could bring relief to hundreds of thousands of residents.
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