The Michigan Senate has approved legislation that would automatically expunge thousands of criminal records for low-level crimes and even some felonies.
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Marijuana Businesses Could Get Federal Disaster Relief Funds Under New Congressional Bill
Marijuana businesses impacted by recent natural disasters or that have experienced financial distress due to the coronavirus pandemic would be eligible for federal relief programs under new legislation introduced in the House of Representatives and Senate on Thursday.
Illinois Cannabis Sales to Non-Residents Booming
Illinois cannabis sales to out-of-state residents have nearly doubled since sales began in January from $8.6 million to $17.2 million in August, the Center Square reports.
Petition Pushes for National Medical Cannabis Insurance For Canadians
A new healthcare technology company, Cannalogue, is launching a petition in their native land of Canada to get the Ministries of Health on board with providing national healthcare coverage for medical cannabis.
Vermont finally OKs retail cannabis stores, years after legalizing
Nearly two years after legalizing the possession of marijuana for all adults, the Vermont legislature yesterday passed a bill that will finally allow the state’s first licensed retail cannabis stores to open no later than May 1, 2022.
New FDA Guidance Will Make It Easier To Approve CBD-Based Medicines
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is releasing new draft guidelines that are meant to streamline approvals for generic oral CBD medications.
New Study Shows Rate of Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome Patients Treating Symptoms With Cannabis
New research out this month suggests that medical cannabis is extremely prevalent among patients looking to treat symptoms for a serious tissue disorder.
Medical Cannabis Edibles Now Available In Florida
Medical cannabis edibles are now available in Florida, nearly four years after voters approved the reforms, the Orlando Sentinel reports
City Council Unanimously Votes To Decriminalize Psychedelics In Ann Arbor, Michigan
The Ann Arbor, Michigan City Council voted unanimously to decriminalize a wide range of psychedelics on Monday.
Advocates Launch Group Seeking Interstate Cannabis Commerce
Cannabis advocates and businesses have launched the Alliance for Sensible Markets with their sights set on cannabis interstate commerce among legalized states
Survey Shows Support For Marijuana Legalization Among South Dakota Voters
Could marijuana legalization be on its way to South Dakota? As if 2020 couldn’t get any stranger, a new poll suggests that voters in the Mount Rushmore State could be ready to take the leap.
New Marijuana Coalition Unveils Plan To Legalize Interstate Cannabis Commerce
A coalition of advocacy groups and marijuana businesses have unveiled a unique plan to legalize interstate cannabis commerce regardless of ongoing federal prohibition.
Nebraska Activists Submit 15k Signatures to Establish ‘Legal Marijuana Now’ Party
Nebraska activists have turned in 15,000 signatures to establish the Legal Marijuana Now party in the state, four years after falling short due to a lack of valid signatures, the Lincoln Journal-Star reports.
Texas Ban On Smokable Hemp Lifted Until 2021, Judge Rules
A Texas ban on smokable hemp products hit another roadblock in court last week when a state judge barred officials from enforcing the prohibition until an industry challenge can be heard in court.
Cannabis-based packaging and paper could reduce waste, promote sustainability
Cannabis businesses have long struggled with the excessive packaging their products are required to use, employing extra layers of plastic and paper to ensure that flower or vape products are childproof and don’t fall into the wrong hands.