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Governor approves Californias cannabis tax fairness bill, dismisses cannabis in hospitals

Governor approves California’s cannabis tax fairness bill, dismisses cannabis in hospitals

Bethan Rose Jenkins, Cannabis News Writer/Editorial October 23, 2019

On Saturday, October 12, California Governor Gavin Newsom (D) revealed that he had signed numerous cannabis-related bills into effect. One of those bills will permit legal cannabis companies to benefit...

Nevada governor to ramp up restrictions for legal cannabis marketplace

Nevada governor to ramp up restrictions for legal cannabis marketplace

Bethan Rose Jenkins, Cannabis News Writer/Editorial October 23, 2019

On Friday, October 11, Democratic Governor Steve Sisolak of Nevada revealed that he would be enforcing tighter regulations for the state's budding legal cannabis market. The news comes following reports...

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Cannabis breathalyzer devices set to hit the market in 2020

Bethan Rose Jenkins, Cannabis News Writer/Editorial October 23, 2019

Drunk drivers are usually the ones who are faced with a breathalyzer test when caught driving under the influence but now, cannabis consumers will be breathalyzed too. Two companies – Hound Labs of...

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Illinois lawmakers are helping residents of disproportionately impacted areas benefit from cannabis reform

Cannabis social equity applications in Illinois will officially open on December 10
Bethan Rose Jenkins, Cannabis News Writer/Editorial October 17, 2019

The Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) has informed Illinois residents of the requirements for social equity program eligibility. Individuals will be considered as social equity applicants...

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Massachusetts regulators approve cannabis delivery services and social cafes

The suggestions put forward by the Cannabis Advisory Board’s public safety subcommittee will now make their way to the Cannabis Control Commission (CCC)
Bethan Rose Jenkins, Cannabis News Writer/Editorial October 2, 2019

If things go to plan for a group of cannabis advocates in Massachusetts, the state could soon transform into a haven for cannabis culture.  An advisory panel recently voted 5 to 2 in an effort that...

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Tilray signs deal to purchase Canadian adult-use cannabis retailer

Closing of the transaction is expected to take place by the end of quarter one (Q1) 2020
Bethan Rose Jenkins, Cannabis News Writer/Editorial September 30, 2019

Major player in the Canadian legal cannabis space, Tilray, is broadening its horizons. The global leader in cannabis research, cultivation, production, and distribution has set its sights on Alberta, where...

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Fault with Illinois cannabis law could mean delays in reaping tax revenue

Bethan Rose Jenkins, Cannabis News Writer/Editorial September 30, 2019

Illinois' cannabis law is flawed, according to lawmakers. The state, which legalized the plant for recreational use and sale on May 31, 2019, could be left scraping for profit if the glitch isn't straightened...

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Michigan’s adult-use cannabis market off to a good start, despite legal sales not having launched yet

Bethan Rose Jenkins, Cannabis News Writer/Editorial September 26, 2019

Of the 11 U.S. States that have legalized cannabis for recreational purposes, Michigan is one of the most recent ones. Residents of the state voted to legalize adult-use cannabis back in November 2018. Following...

Cannabis legalization campaign in Florida rakes in $1 million in contributions

Cannabis legalization campaign in Florida rakes in $1 million in contributions

Within a five-month period – from now until February – a total of 766,200 verified voter signatures are needed, so as to ensure the initiative qualifies for the 2020 ballot
Bethan Rose Jenkins, Cannabis News Writer/Editorial September 25, 2019

One month since a petition was filed encouraging Florida's lawmakers to include a constitutional amendment on the 2020 ballot for adult-use cannabis legalization, contributions have hit the $1 million...

Minnesota Governor tells State agencies to get ready for adult-use legalization

Minnesota Governor tells State agencies to get ready for adult-use legalization

The failure of Minnesota's previous cannabis bill has spurred on fresh efforts to legalize weed
Bethan Rose Jenkins, Cannabis News Writer/Editorial September 15, 2019

The governor of Minnesota, Tim Walz, recently made a public announcement to State agencies regarding the legalization of recreational cannabis in Minnesota. A Democratic-Farmer-Labor party member, Walz...

Nevada judge halts permit process for the launch of retail pot shops

Nevada judge halts permit process for the launch of retail pot shops

While the plaintiffs' argument may be strong, an attorney providing representation for the Department of Taxation, Steve Shevorski, says that the claims lack substance
Bethan Rose Jenkins, Cannabis News Writer/Editorial September 15, 2019

On Friday August 23rd, Clark County District Court Judge Elizabeth Gonzalez has frozen the permit process for a number of new recreational cannabis stores in Nevada. An injunction was issued by the...

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Colorado cannabis regulators demand mycotoxin testing for all concentrated products

Studies have shown that mycotoxins cause a perturbation in the gut
Bethan Rose Jenkins, Cannabis News Writer/Editorial September 12, 2019

From September onwards, all medical and recreational cannabis concentrates produced and sold in Colorado must first be tested for mycotoxins. This is per the orders of Colorado regulators, with officials...

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