New Jersey Legislature Approves Sweeping Changes to Hemp Laws

A sweeping overhaul of New Jersey’s hemp laws cleared the Legislature today, with lawmakers approving Senate Bill 4509 in both chambers and sending the measure to the governor’s desk.

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New Jersey Legislature Passes Bill Expanding Labor Protections for Marijuana Workers

A New Jersey bill expanding labor protections for employees in the state’s regulated marijuana industry cleared both chambers of the Legislature today, sending the measure to the governor’s desk.

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Kentucky’s Only Medical Marijuana Dispensary Sells 3,500 Grams in First Week, Closes Until Mid-January Due to Supply Shortage

  Kentucky’s medical marijuana market is already facing supply strain, with the state’s only operating dispensary forced to temporarily shut its doors just days after opening due to a complete sellout.

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Study: CBD-Loaded Biohybrid Micelles Show Enhanced Anti-Cancer Effects in Colon Cancer Cells

A new study reports that cannabidiol (CBD) may become more effective against colon cancer when delivered using a specially engineered oral drug delivery system designed to improve targeting and reduce side effects.

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Missouri Legal Marijuana Sales Near $1.4 Billion in 2025, Generating About $140 Million in State Taxes

Missouri’s legal marijuana market generated $124.77 million in combined sales in November, pushing year-to-date revenue for 2025 to nearly $1.4 billion and keeping the state well ahead of last year’s pace.

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Study: Cannabidiol Shows Protective Effects Against Acute Liver Injury by Preserving Mitochondrial Function

According to a study published in the Journal of Ethnopharmacology, cannabidiol (CBD) significantly reduced liver damage and inflammation in experimental models of acute liver injury, offering new insight into how the compound may protect the liver at a molecular level.

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Study: Medical Marijuana Linked to Sustained Improvements in Sleep Quality Over One Year

A yearlong study following adults newly enrolled in Pennsylvania’s medical marijuana program found sustained improvements in self-reported sleep quality, with benefits appearing early and remaining stable over time. The research was conducted by investigators from Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine and published in the Journal of Cannabis Research.

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Florida Medical Cannabis Program Has 930,779 Registered Patients, 737 Licensed Dispensaries

Florida’s medical marijuana program now has 930,779 registered patients, and 737 operating dispensaries, according to a new report released by the Florida Department of Health’s Office of Medical Marijuana Use. The report shows the program maintaining its position as the largest medical marijuana system in the country, with the state processing complete patient applications in …

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Washington Senator Prefiles Bill to Create State-Regulated Medical Psilocybin Program

A Washington State senator has prefiled legislation for the 2026 session that would establish a regulated medical psilocybin program under the supervision of the Department of Health.

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Ohio Governor Signs Senate Bill 56 Into Law, Overhauling Ohio’s Voter-Approved Marijuana Program

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine today officially signed Senate Bill 56 into law, finalizing a sweeping rewrite of a voter-approved marijuana program after months of negotiations in the Legislature.

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