A federal science agency is inviting labs to participate in a large-scale study to assess their ability to accurately analyze marijuana and hemp samples for their cannabinoid profile and possible contaminants.
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Despite Losses, Canadian Cannabis CEOs Among Nation’s Highest-Paid Executives
Several Canadian cannabis company CEOs were among the highest paid corporate executives in the nation in 2019, according to a Centre for Policy Alternatives’ analysis titled “The Golden Cushion: CEO compensation in Canada.”
Top Texas Lawmakers Say Medical Marijuana Expansion Is On The Table For 2021
As Texas lawmakers returned to work for a new session this week, leaders of both chambers of the state’s legislature said they expect to see action on marijuana bills this year, particularly when it comes to expanding the state’s limited medical cannabis program.
Mexico Publishes Medical Cannabis Regulations
This Tuesday, Mexico quietly passed and published rules that would regulate medical cannabis, setting up Mexico for a nation-wide cannabis industry, and taking another step towards overall cannabis reform in a nation that has been under the spotlight for a long time when it comes to cannabis regulation.
Washtenaw County Prosecutor: No more charges in cannabis, psychedelic plant cases
ANN ARBOR – Washtenaw County Prosecutor Eli Savit announced Tuesday that his office will no longer bring charges in cases related to marijuana or entheogenic plant use, possession or small-scale distribution.
New York Governor Calls For Marijuana Legalization In State Of The State Address
New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo (D) on Monday again discussed the need to legalize marijuana in 2021.
Connecticut Gov. Calls for Cannabis Legalization
In his State of the State address on Wednesday, Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont (D) said he planned to work to legalize cannabis in the coming session.
Colorado Governor Requests $5M To Support Marijuana Entrepreneurs And Social Equity Businesses
Colorado’s governor is looking to further assist the marijuana industry and entrepreneurs from communities most impacted by the drug war through a proposed program to provide businesses a pool of resources that they are currently ineligible for.
Minnesota Moves Closer to Cannabis Legalization
Minnesota is still pushing for legalization and planning to try again during this legislative session, although they are still facing some resistance from the state Senate.
Cannabis Sales Surpass $1B In Illinois
Combined adult-use and medical cannabis sales topped $1 billion in Illinois, with recreational sales nearing $670 million and medical sales reaching $331 million. Adult-use sales launched in the state on Jan. 1, 2020.
Veterinarians Can Consult On Marijuana And CBD Therapy For Pets Under Michigan Governor-Signed Bill
The governor of Michigan has signed a bill that allows veterinarians to consult with pet owners about the therapeutic use of marijuana and hemp-derived products such as CBD.
New Mexico Judge Rules Inmates Have A Right To Medical Cannabis
A state district judge in New Mexico has ruled that inmates and parolees have a right to use medical marijuana and that correctional institutions must provide access to cannabis to qualified patients, even if they are behind bars.
New York Lawmakers Prefile Eight Marijuana Bills For 2021 As State Pursues Legalization
New York lawmakers are speeding ahead with plans to reform the state’s marijuana laws in 2021, prefiling eight bills so far to be considered in upcoming session.
Major Funder Of Montana Marijuana Legalization Initiative Could Be Prosecuted For Campaign Finance Violations
An organization that contributed millions of dollars to the campaign behind Montana’s successful marijuana legalization ballot initiative is facing potential prosecution following an investigation into its refusal to reveal the names of its own donors.
New Jersey Gov. Delays Signing of Legalization Bill
The New Jersey legalization bill has hit a snag as Democratic Gov. Phil Murphy wants changes to a decriminalization bill over a technical issue that shields minors from cannabis-related penalties, according to a Patch report. Murphy, a proponent of the reforms, wants to sign both the decriminalization and legalization bills simultaneously but wants cannabis possession penalties for minors to be like those of alcohol: legal for adults 21-and-older to possess and consume but illegal for those who are underage.