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NCAA Eases Rules, Testing for Cannabis Use Among College Athletes
The NCAA (National Collegiate Athletic Association) officially raises its THC threshold from 35 to 150, changing the game for athletes. The post NCAA Eases Rules,…
Medical Cannabis Tracking System Set to Launch in Oklahoma
Oklahoma believes seed-to-sale tracking systems should ensure production of medical cannabis is in compliance with state law. The post Medical Cannabis Tracking System Set to…
Maryland House Approves Legalization Bills
Recreational cannabis advances to the next stage in Maryland, but will it finally push through and become law? The post Maryland House Approves Legalization Bills…
SD House Panel Kills Marijuana Legalization Bill; Peru to Try Kinder, Gentler Approach to Coca Growers, More… (2/28/22)
Dr. Bronner's Magic Soaps makes the news in a couple of different ways today, an asset forfeiture reporting bill advances in South Dakota, and more.[image:1…
Rohan Marley to Launch Lion Order on 4/20
Bob Marley’s son Rohan unveils Lion Order, exemplifying his family’s beliefs. The post Rohan Marley to Launch Lion Order on 4/20 appeared first on High…
How Will the War in Ukraine Affect the European Cannabis Industry?
With war just a day’s drive from German borders and considerably closer than that to other EU members like Poland and Turkey, how will the…
South Dakota Lawmakers Advance Legalization Bill
Voters in South Dakota may have another crack at legalizing cannabis this year—unless lawmakers there do it first. The post South Dakota Lawmakers Advance Legalization…
New Jersey Governor Says Adult-Use Pot Sales Could Start Soon
New Jersey plans for recreational cannabis sales to begin in March, much to the excitement of cannabis users. The post New Jersey Governor Says Adult-Use…
J&J and Drug Distributors Settle Opioid Lawsuits, SD Gov Cool to MJ Legalization Bill, More… (2/25/22)
An Idaho legislator worried that substitute teachers are selling drugs to kids gets a teacher testing bill out of committee, Tennessee is the latest state…
European Commission Makes Two Big Steps on CBD Reform Front
The European-wide body has moved like molasses on everything cannabis related, including CBD. Two developments at the end of February are welcome news. The post…
Maryland House Advances Cannabis Legalization Bills
Slowly but surely, recreational cannabis makes its way up the legislative ladder in Maryland, and many are rooting for its future. The post Maryland House…
Georgia Lawmakers Consider Bill to Expand Medical Pot Program
A Georgia bill would effectively triple the amount of medical licenses and allow legal oil for patients. The post Georgia Lawmakers Consider Bill to Expand…
Nebraska Medical Cannabis Bill Fizzles in Committee
A bill to legalize medical cannabis in Nebraska went up in smoke this week. It’s unclear if someone in legislature will speak up for it.…
Annual Leafly Report Shows US Cannabis Industry Supports 428,059 Jobs
A new report from Leafly shows that the legal cannabis industry is working wonders on the U.S. job market. The post Annual Leafly Report Shows…
MD Pot Legalization Referendum Bill Advances, SD Senate Approves Legal Pot Bill, More… (2/24/22)
A California bill would provide protections to workers for off-duty marijuana use, the New Mexico Supreme Court rule medical marijuana purchases are not subject to…
Where Marijuana Legalization Could Win at the Statehouse in 2022 [FEATURE]
Nearly a decade after voters in Colorado and Washington led the way, marijuana is now legalized for adult use in 18 states, the District of…
Higher Profile: Doug Fine, Hemp Farmer and Goat Herder
Doug Fine is known for evangelizing goats and gardens to save the planet, as well as advocating for the power of hemp. The post Higher…
Setbacks In Germany Due to Delays on Forward Reform
The regulatory mishmash that currently exists in Germany is putting both patients and other projects on hold, if not in limbo. The post Setbacks In…
California Bill Would Protect Cannabis Users From Employment Discrimination
A new bill in California hopes to end discrimination against those who use cannabis outside of the workplace. The post California Bill Would Protect Cannabis…
National Expungement Works Releases 2021 Impact Report
A report from the N.E.W. was recently published, looking back at accomplishments of 2021 and looking forward to opportunities in 2022. The post National Expungement…
NY Governor Signs Bill to Let Hemp Growers Grow Marijuana, Avocado Imports Resume After Cartel Threat, More… (2/23/22)
A new poll finds three out of four Floridans are ready to legalize marijuana, the Supreme Court asks the Justice Department to file a brief…
Watchdog Flags Cannabis Products with Unproven Opioid Addiction Claims
Spotlight PA is challenging cannabis claims of combating opioid addiction. The post Watchdog Flags Cannabis Products with Unproven Opioid Addiction Claims appeared first on High…
South African State of Gauteng to Build Country’s First Cannabis Hub
South Africa’s premier, David Makhura, has announced plans for a $3 billion hub in the Vaal River Area. The post South African State of Gauteng…
Private Companies Taking Over Alberta Online Cannabis Sales
Starting March 8, Alberta Gaming, Liquor and Cannabis will no longer accept online orders—and private dispensaries are cashing in. The post Private Companies Taking Over…
New Zealand Police Reboot Illegal Cannabis Operation Search After Year of Inactivity
New Zealand police recently revived their efforts to discover and remove illegal cannabis grow operations. The post New Zealand Police Reboot Illegal Cannabis Operation Search…
DE Marijuana Legalization Bill Advances in House, AL Fentanyl Test Strip Bill Nears Final Vote, More… (2/22/22)
Bills to end civil asset forfeiture and block "equitable sharing" with the feds are filed in Tennessee, a Delaware marijuana legalization bill advances, and more. [image:1…
Oregon Lawmakers Take On State’s Illicit Pot Operations
Oregon lawmakers are cracking down on illicit cannabis, which is a pain point for the state’s legal industry. The post Oregon Lawmakers Take On State’s…
Florida Doctor Faces Permanent Medical Cannabis Ban
Florida physician Joseph Dorn is facing penalties, including a $10,000 fine and a five-year suspension, after failing to assess patients. The post Florida Doctor Faces…
Brazilian City of Goiânia Declares Cannabis Day
The capital city of the state of Goiás in central Brazil declares November 27th as the auspicious date. The post Brazilian City of Goiânia Declares…
Customers At South Dakota’s Only Medical Dispensary Still Getting Arrested
Some law enforcement agencies in South Dakota are not honoring tribal-issued medical cards. The post Customers At South Dakota’s Only Medical Dispensary Still Getting Arrested…
Isle Of Man Plans $136 Million Facility Off Coast of U.K.
A firm is planning a complex to grow and export cannabis, calling it “game-changing” for the island’s economy. The post Isle Of Man Plans $136…
New Law Could Help Free Louisiana Man Serving Life in Prison For Cannabis
A new Louisiana law could open up opportunities for Kevin O’Brien Allen to be released from prison. The post New Law Could Help Free Louisiana…
USDA Report Values Hemp Market at $824 Million
The USDA reports stats that define America’s enormous hemp industry and show where it is struggling and thriving. The post USDA Report Values Hemp Market…
SD Marijuana Legalization Bill Advances, Congress Extends Fentanyl Analog Criminalization Again, More… (2/18/22)
Marijuana PolicyKentucky Democrats Roll Out Marijuana Legalization Bill. A group of Democratic lawmakers on Thursday rolled out a bill that would legalize sales,…
Kentucky Lawmakers File Cannabis Legalization Bills
Kentucky, a state that does not allow its residents to use cannabis legally, introduces bills to legalize weed — medically and recreationally. The post Kentucky…
Alabama Senate Committee Approves Cannabis Decriminalization Bill
Alabama just passed a cannabis decriminalization bill in a senate committee, but can it make it all the way to be signed into law? The…
New York Lawmakers Greenlight Cannabis Cultivation
New York has passed a bill that allows licenses for cannabis cultivation and processing, much to the excitement of residents. The post New York Lawmakers…
NY Marijuana Licensing and Equity Bill Goes to Governor, Italian High Court Throws Out Pot Referendum, More… (2/17/22)
An Alabama marijuana decriminalization bill advances, so does a Hawaii bill that would legalize marijuana for people over 65, and more. Marijuana PolicyAlabama Marijuana…
Psychedelic Reform Possibilities in 2022 [FEATURE]
Activists in Denver opened psychedelic floodgates for the United States with their successful psilocybin decriminalization initiative in 2019. Since that time, the trickle of bills…
Doing It Doggy Style: Snoop Dogg’s “Next Episode” in Cannabis
Snoop Dog has been busy of late, including investing in the German cannabis industry and appearing at the Superbowl The post Doing It Doggy Style:…