Nebraska lawmakers have introduced legislation that would significantly reshape how medical marijuana is regulated, tracked, and taxed in the state, establishing a formal patient registry, a directory of recommending health care practitioners, a restructured Cannabis Commission, and a seed-to-sale tracking system for all licensed operations.
Numerous Kratom Bills Filed Throughout the U.S. in Early 2026
In just the first three weeks of 2026, lawmakers in multiple states have filed numerous proposals related to kratom, the herbal product derived from the Mitragyna speciosa plant that is widely sold in smoke shops, convenience stores, and online, and often used as a natural alternative to opioids.
Study: THC Shown to Disrupt Cavity-Causing Bacteria and Dental Biofilms
A new study published in the International Dental Journal finds that tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), the primary psychoactive component of cannabis, significantly inhibits the growth and activity of Streptococcus mutans, the bacterium most closely associated with dental cavities.
Washington Bill to Allow Marijuana Home Grows for Those 21+ Filed in House, Companion to Senate Proposal
Legislation filed today in the Washington House of Representatives would allow those 21 and older to legally grow marijuana at home, mirroring a Senate bill filed earlier this week.
Omaha Tribe Moves Forward With Plans to Begin Recreational Cannabis Sales
The Omaha Tribe’s marijuana regulatory framework took a significant step forward this week as the Omaha Tribe Cannabis Commission formally reviewed its first application for a cultivation license, underscoring the tribe’s rapid progress in establishing a regulated marijuana market.
Illinois Bill Would Make Community College Cannabis Training Program Permanent, Expand Grant Access
Legislation filed today in the Illinois House of Representatives would make the state’s community college cannabis workforce training program permanent and expand access to cannabis-related grant funding for participating schools.
Vermont: Bipartisan Lawmakers File Bill to Expand Marijuana Sales, Cut Excise Tax, and Allow Events
A bipartisan group of six Vermont lawmakers has filed legislation that would make sweeping changes to the state’s regulated marijuana market, including higher THC limits, larger retail purchase caps, new event and delivery options, and a reduced excise tax.
Washington House Committee Advances Bill Allowing Medical Marijuana Use for Terminal Patients in Care Facilities
Legislation to require certain health care facilities in Washington to allow terminally ill patients to use medical marijuana was just given approval by the House Health Care and Wellness Committee.
Curaleaf Opens First Adult-Use Marijuana Dispensary in Maine
Curaleaf has opened its first adult-use marijuana dispensary in Maine, marking the company’s entry into the state’s recreational market with a new retail location in Bangor.
Study Finds Cannabinoids like CBD and THC May Influence Liver Cancer Pathways Through Ion Channels
A new scientific review published in the journal Pathophysiology examines how cannabinoids—both those produced naturally in the body and those derived from the marijuana plant—interact with ion channels and signaling pathways involved in liver disease and hepatocellular carcinoma, the most common form of liver cancer.
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